{"product_id":"alocasia-ninja","title":"Alocasia 'Ninja'","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"310\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"20\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eAlocasia ‘Ninja’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact and very elegant houseplant, appreciated for its dark green, almost black, velvety foliage. Its dense habit and thick leaves with discreet veins make it an excellent variety for small spaces and Alocasia enthusiasts looking for a sophisticated look.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"439\" data-start=\"312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"325\" data-start=\"312\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horticultural hybrid of the genus \u003cem data-end=\"363\" data-start=\"353\"\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/em\u003e, whose species are native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"720\" data-start=\"441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"457\" data-start=\"441\"\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate growth. It forms a compact clump of thick, shield-shaped leaves, very dark green to almost black, held by robust petioles. Its size remains relatively compact, making it ideal for indoor cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"942\" data-start=\"722\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"734\" data-start=\"722\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowering is occasional on mature plants. It produces an inflorescence composed of a greenish-white spathe surrounding a spadix, but the plant is primarily grown for its foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1145\" data-start=\"944\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"957\" data-start=\"944\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers bright but indirect light. Good light promotes vigorous growth and allows the foliage to maintain its dark coloration. Avoid intense direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1353\" data-start=\"1147\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1161\" data-start=\"1147\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the top few centimeters of the substrate are dry. Keep the soil slightly moist, without it being waterlogged. Slightly reduce watering when growth slows down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1539\" data-start=\"1355\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1369\" data-start=\"1355\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a very well-draining tropical plant potting mix, enriched with perlite, coco fiber, and fine bark to ensure excellent root aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1615\" data-start=\"1541\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1555\" data-start=\"1541\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toxic if ingested by humans and animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1758\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/serreslavoie.com\/collections\/terreau-maison\/products\/terreau-a-hoya\"\u003eOur homemade soil for aroids\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plantearium","offers":[{"title":"4.25 inches","offer_id":43359007866941,"sku":"prod","price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9223\/5821\/files\/Alocasia_Ninja_4.25.jpg?v=1784314841","url":"https:\/\/serreslavoie.com\/en\/products\/alocasia-ninja","provider":"Serres Lavoie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}