Mythic Nessie Elephant Ear

[Proven Winners lists Mythic® Nessie as Alocasia × amazonica](https://www.provenwinners.com/sites/provenwinners.com/files/catalogs_pdfs/pw_leafjoy_s-f_2024_catalog_final.pdf). Its dark, arrow-shaped leaves have contrasting veins, making it suited to a warm indoor display or sheltered conservatory where the patterned foliage can be seen up close. ## Form and placement Alocasia × amazonica is an evergreen tropical foliage plant with dark green, silver-veined leaves. The [RHS profile](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/96161/alocasia-%C3%97-amazonica/details) recommends partial shade; indoors, provide bright filtered light and protect leaves from strong direct sun and cold drafts. Allow room for the foliage to spread as it grows. ## Growing conditions Use a moisture-retentive but free-draining potting mix. Keep the root zone evenly moist during active growth, and provide humid air without allowing the pot to sit in water. Reduce watering in winter if growth slows, while maintaining warmth, following the [RHS Alocasia guide](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/alocasia/growing-guide). Alocasias contain calcium oxalate and can irritate skin; keep the plant away from children and pets. ## Maintenance Remove yellowing or damaged leaves with clean tools as needed. Wear gloves when handling the sap, and watch for glasshouse red spider mites and mealybugs in warm indoor conditions.