Purple Sword - Alocasia lauterbachiana Commonpreorder Mould on the soil surface

Mould on the soil surface is an indication that this is the problem

Use a moisture-retentive

Imatophyllum vanhouttei

Feed every 3–4 waters during the growing season with a diluted orchid or balanced houseplant fertiliser

Purple Sword - Alocasia lauterbachiana Commonpreorder Mould on the soil surfaceNotes Likes bright indirect light direct light can burn the leaves Keep the soil damp but not soggy Likes high humidity mist regularly and it may benefit from being on a pebble tray Avoid cold drafts and keep in a warm spot Fertilise in spring summer months Toxic All our plants come in a plastic nursery pot as standard. Decorative pots are sold separately and can be found here.