{"product_id":"colocasia-esculenta-mojito-4-inch-grower-pot","title":"Colocasia Esculenta Mojito","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 Colocasia esculenta 'Mojito' Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColocasia esculenta 'Mojito', commonly called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMojito Elephant Ear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is a spectacular tropical plant prized for its large, heart-shaped leaves covered in unpredictable dark purple, black, and burgundy speckles and splashes. No two leaves develop exactly the same pattern, giving the plant an almost hand-painted appearance. Fast-growing in warmth and moisture, 'Mojito' can create an incredible tropical statement indoors or outdoors during the warm growing season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge, heart-shaped to shield-shaped Elephant Ear foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright to medium green leaves dramatically splashed and speckled with dark purple, burgundy, and nearly black markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariegation varies considerably from leaf to leaf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark coloration may appear as tiny freckles, large blotches, streaks, or marbling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpright stems support large, outward-facing foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevelops into a bold, lush tropical plant under ideal conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers very bright light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutdoors, grows well in partial sun to full sun when properly acclimated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndoors, place near a bright window with plenty of indirect light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome gentle direct sunlight can encourage strong growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGradually acclimate plants before exposing them to intense outdoor sun to prevent leaf scorch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many houseplants, Colocasia appreciates \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplenty of moisture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep soil consistently moist during active growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater thoroughly whenever the upper surface begins to dry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not allow the plant to remain completely dry for extended periods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge plants may become surprisingly thirsty during warm weather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚠️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering Warning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'Mojito' is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot a plant that wants to dry out completely between waterings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Colocasia naturally appreciates moisture and can decline quickly if repeatedly allowed to become bone-dry. Keep the soil consistently moist while still using a pot with drainage. During hot summer weather, check container-grown plants frequently—they can drink a surprising amount of water!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌡️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoves warm temperatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal temperature: approximately 65–90°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth accelerates during warm, humid weather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect from frost and freezing temperatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth may slow significantly or the plant may enter dormancy when temperatures cool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePrefers rich, fertile soil that retains moisture while still providing some drainage\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuality potting soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoco coir or peat-based material for moisture retention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerlite or pumice for aeration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompost or organic matter can help support vigorous growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many aroids, the mix does not need to become nearly dry between waterings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast grower during warm, bright conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy feeder compared with many indoor plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilize regularly but appropriately during active spring and summer growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove yellow or damaged older leaves at the base as needed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduces underground structures and offsets that can eventually create a fuller clump\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be grown outdoors during warm weather and overwintered appropriately in colder climates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive it room—healthy plants can become substantial!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐾 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePet Safety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToxic to pets if ingested\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContains calcium oxalate crystals that can cause significant mouth and digestive irritation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep away from curious cats and dogs that chew plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💚 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Collectors Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncredible purple-and-green camouflage-like foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery leaf develops a different pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge, dramatic Elephant Ear leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast-growing under warm, moist conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreates an instant tropical look\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan become a spectacular statement plant in a single growing season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasically looks like someone took a paintbrush full of purple ink and flicked it across every leaf 🌿💜\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Nerd Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Although Colocasia and Alocasia are both commonly called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElephant Ears\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, they're different genera with somewhat different care preferences. One of the biggest differences for customers to remember is water: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColocasia esculenta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e generally enjoys \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emuch wetter conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e than most Alocasias and should not be treated like a plant that needs to dry substantially between waterings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arcadia Garden Products","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42416354099255,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/3465\/6055\/files\/c7587b60e44cd81c5e2d343a1290acdac5271f044f154f63bb0540aea1a81b90.png?v=1787756660","url":"https:\/\/thehappymonsteraplantco.com\/products\/colocasia-esculenta-mojito-4-inch-grower-pot","provider":"The Happy Monstera Plant Co ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}