{"product_id":"horizon-alocasia-bambino-copy","title":"Horizon - Alocasia 'Bambino' Variegated","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHorizon Alocasia 'Bambino' Variegated\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bambino' Variegated\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact tropical aroid prized for its dramatic arrow-shaped leaves and striking variegation. Its narrow foliage typically displays deep green tones contrasted by creamy white, pale yellow, or light green marbling, with prominent veins adding even more definition to each leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact cultivar is especially well suited to terrariums, paludariums, and humid indoor plant displays where space is limited. Compared with many larger Alocasia varieties, 'Bambino' maintains a relatively compact growth habit while still providing the bold tropical appearance associated with the genus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe variegated form requires stable warmth, high humidity, bright filtered light, and careful moisture management. Because the pale sections of the leaves contain less chlorophyll, the plant generally requires more light than a fully green Alocasia while still needing protection from harsh direct sunlight. It is an emersed tropical plant and should not be kept permanently submerged in an aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Plant Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical Aroid\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terrarium, Paludarium, or Humid Indoor Display\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 25–45 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eLighting Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright Filtered Light\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eHumidity Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e High humidity preferred\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corms, offsets, and plant division\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 20–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideally 60–80% or higher\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Airy, moisture-retentive aroid mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep evenly moist but never waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubmersion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not suitable for permanent full submersion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBeautiful cream, white, and green variegated foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact growth compared with many other Alocasia varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBold arrow-shaped leaves create a dramatic tropical appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcellent for terrariums and paludarium displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for collectors of rare and variegated tropical plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks well in smaller indoor plant displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEach leaf can develop a unique variegation pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupplied as a clean Horizon tissue culture plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific \/ Trade Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bambino' Variegated\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eVariegated Bambino Alocasia\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; 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padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eApproximately 20–28°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eIdeally 60–80% or higher\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eEvenly moist but well drained\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eCorms, offsets, and plant division\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Form\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cccccc; padding: 8px;\"\u003eTissue Culture Cup\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Horizon plant is supplied as an \u003cstrong\u003ein-vitro tissue culture plant\u003c\/strong\u003e grown under controlled laboratory conditions. Tissue culture plants are supplied clean and free from unwanted pests, making them ideal for terrariums, paludariums, and carefully maintained indoor plant collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore planting, carefully remove the plant from the tissue culture cup and thoroughly rinse away all nutrient gel using clean water. Gently separate individual plantlets if multiple plants are present, taking care not to damage the delicate roots or growing points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant into a loose, airy, moisture-retentive aroid substrate. A suitable mixture may include materials such as coco fibre, fine bark, perlite, sphagnum moss, and other well-draining components. Avoid dense soil that remains permanently saturated, as poor root aeration can encourage root and corm rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the substrate evenly moist during establishment, but never allow the plant to sit continuously in stagnant water. Allow some air to remain within the root zone while preventing the young tissue culture roots from drying completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBright filtered light is particularly important for the variegated form. The pale sections of the leaves contain less chlorophyll and therefore contribute less energy to the plant. Insufficient light may lead to weak growth, while harsh direct sunlight may scorch the white or cream portions of the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain warm temperatures and high humidity during acclimation. Tissue culture plants are accustomed to extremely humid laboratory conditions, so a gradual reduction in humidity is recommended rather than immediately exposing the plant to dry room air. Good air circulation should still be provided to reduce the risk of fungal problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, feed lightly with a balanced tropical plant fertiliser during active growth. Avoid over-fertilising newly acclimating tissue culture plants, as young roots can be sensitive to excessive nutrient concentrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVariegation is naturally variable. Some leaves may contain large pale sections, while others may appear predominantly green. Completely white leaves are visually striking but contain very little chlorophyll and may not remain on the plant for as long as leaves containing both green and variegated tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is not an aquatic aquarium plant and should not be kept permanently submerged.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is best suited to terrariums, paludarium areas above the waterline, or humid indoor plant displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variegation, leaf size, colour balance, and growth habit vary naturally from plant to plant. The plant you receive may therefore differ from product photographs in the amount and pattern of white, cream, and green tissue. As this is a living plant, its size, number of leaves, and overall appearance may also vary depending on its stage of development.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Horizon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41860281106565,"sku":"TC842-V","price":300.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.artofaqua.com\/products\/horizon-alocasia-bambino-copy","provider":"Art of Aqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}