Alocasia 'Frydek'
Alocasia 'Frydek', also known as Alocasia Green Velvet, is a particularly attractive Alocasia variety thanks to its large, deep green, arrow-shaped leaves with vibrant white veins. This plant is a popular choice for houseplant lovers because of its dramatic and exotic foliage.
Origin: Alocasia 'Frydek' is a cultivated variety that has its origins in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is particularly suited to hot and humid climates.
Growth: This plant forms a clump of large, velvety leaves that emerge on sturdy stems. 'Frydek' can reach up to 1 meter in height and width under ideal growing conditions, making it an impressive houseplant.
Flowers: Like other members of the Araceae family, Alocasia 'Frydek' can produce a spathe and spadix inflorescence, typical of aroids, but this is rare indoors and the flowers are generally less spectacular than the foliage.
Light: Prefers bright indirect light but can adapt to medium light levels. Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn sensitive leaves.
Watering: Watering should be regular, keeping the substrate uniformly moist but not soggy. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings to prevent root rot, a common concern with Alocasias.
Substrate: Use a well-draining indoor plant potting mix suited to the needs of tropical plants. An ideal substrate should include coconut fiber, bark of various sizes, pumice, perlite and charcoal to ensure good drainage and aeration while maintaining adequate humidity.
Toxicity: Alocasia 'Frydek' contains calcium oxalate crystals which may be irritating and toxic if ingested. It is important to keep this plant out of reach of children and pets.
Alocasia 'Frydek' is a great addition to any houseplant collection for those looking to add visual impact with a tropical touch. Its maintenance requires careful attention to lighting and humidity, but it rewards diligent care with a truly spectacular display of foliage.
DELIVERIES / RETURNS
Territories and periods served:
We deliver throughout the year throughout Canada.
Carriers:
We are proud of the quality of our products and we attach particular importance to the delivery methods used as well as the speed of service. This is why we only work with recognized transport companies, at affordable prices and which give you the possibility of tracking your package in real time until its final destination. When the order leaves our greenhouses, the carrier takes charge of your order. We are not responsible for risks related to transport. Please contact the shipping company directly.
You must be present when your package is delivered, as we require a signature upon delivery. It is your responsibility to send us an email before delivery to notify us of your absence. If you require delivery without signature, you must notify us when you place your order. However, you are solely responsible in the event of theft or damage due to bad weather.
Delivery price:
Prices are established according to the exact weight of the package, and not according to a pre-established charter. You therefore have the assurance of paying exactly the price of your order. We do business with several delivery companies, which allows us to offer you the best price as well as the fastest and most efficient carrier.
Preparation of commands:
An acknowledgment of receipt will be sent to you following confirmation of your purchase. We ship across Canada only from Monday to Wednesday to avoid our packages remaining at the post office on the weekend. Local delivery is available Monday to Saturday for the greater Metropolitan area. You will then receive your tracking number as soon as your order is processed and shipped, as well as the expected delivery date. This number will allow you to know the status of your order in real time until its final destination. Please check your spam folder if you do not receive a confirmation email. We do not give any delivery times due to the large quantity of orders to be prepared.
Cancellation of orders:
Do you want to cancel an order you have placed? We can only issue a refund if the order has not yet been prepared and/or shipped.
Combine your order with an existing one
We offer you the possibility of combining your purchases made on our online store only if your order is not being prepared. Only orders to ship to the same address and name can be combined.
Winter expedition
During the winter months, insulating packaging + heating package are included in the transport costs. In the event of extreme cold, we reserve the right to suspend deliveries until suitable temperatures return.
In-store pickup:
In order to provide you with quality plants, we ask that you pick up your confirmed orders, ready for pickup in store, within 4 days of your confirmation email.
Returns:
All our plants are final sales.
However, if you received a damaged, incorrect order or one with a phytosanitary problem, contact us within 48 hours of receipt at info@serreslavoie.com . Please include a photo of the product, its packaging and your order number. We will assess the situation and let you know afterwards whether we are replacing the product or issuing a credit note.
Contact us:
In order to constantly improve our service, we invite you to write to us at info@serreslavoie.com to leave us your comments and suggestions about our delivery service and your experience in general.