The Jungle Plant Co
Alocasia Dark Star
Alocasia Dark Star
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Alocasia ‘Dark Star’ – Elephant Ear 🌑🌿
(Dramatic Tropical Statement Foliage)
Moody, bold, and seriously striking, Alocasia ‘Dark Star’ is a standout tropical foliage plant loved for its deep green to near-black leaves and strong, upright form. Its large, arrow-shaped leaves sit on sturdy stems, creating a powerful, architectural look that instantly adds drama to any indoor jungle or shaded patio. If you love statement plants with a darker edge, this one delivers.
Thriving in warm, humid climates like FNQ, Alocasia ‘Dark Star’ grows best with consistent moisture, warmth, and bright filtered light. It’s perfect as a feature in pots, under covered outdoor areas, or indoors near bright windows where it can show off its rich colour and bold shape.
🪴 Planting tip: Prefers bright, indirect light or filtered shade. Keep soil evenly moist using a rich, free-draining mix and avoid letting it dry out completely. Protect from harsh direct sun and strong winds.
🌸 Flowering: May produce an aroid spathe and spadix occasionally, though foliage is the main feature.
📏 Mature size: Typically 60–120 cm tall depending on conditions and pot size.
🧡 Your plants: Healthy, well-established Alocasia ‘Dark Star’ in 300mm pots with dark, dramatic foliage and fresh new growth, ready to become a standout feature plant. Roughly 1.6m tall currently. WELL established.
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Returns & Refunds
Refund & Returns Policy
Please choose carefully when purchasing plants from us. All plants are perishable items, and due to their living and changing nature, we do not offer returns, exchanges, or refunds once a purchase has been completed.
Plant Variation & Photos
All product photos are indicative only. They represent the general appearance of the plants we currently have in stock, but may not be the exact plant you receive. Natural variations occur depending on:
Growing conditions
Season
Time of year
These factors can affect the size, colour, and overall appearance of each plant.
Industry Standard Sizing
We use industry-standard pot diameter sizing to determine plant age and grade. All plants are grown and supplied according to retail and horticultural industry standards.
By completing your purchase, you acknowledge and accept the perishable nature of plants and the natural variation that occurs between individual specimens.
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