{"product_id":"small-alocasia-bambino-3-inch-pot","title":"Small Alocasia Bambino in a 3 Inch Pot","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is a small Alocasia Bambino in a 3 inch pot. Botanically it is Alocasia x amazonica 'Bambino', the compact dwarf form collectors call Bambino Arrow, jewel Alocasia, or dwarf African mask plant. The leaves are narrow and arrow shaped with mostly smooth edges, pale veins, and a purple underside. That is how you tell it from our Alocasia Polly listings. Polly has wider, wavy leaves. Bambino stays smaller, usually under about 18 inches, so it works on a desk, shelf, or humid bathroom window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eI grow these in the Lealman and St. Petersburg area of Pinellas County. After 13 years with tropical aroids in Florida humidity, I hand select plants with firm roots and clean foliage. A 3 inch nursery pot is the right first home. This cultivar likes to stay a little root bound. A pot that is too large holds water and invites rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eGive it bright indirect light, not harsh midday sun. Water when the top inch of a chunky aroid mix with bark and perlite feels dry. In our Florida summers the pot dries faster. In winter it may slow down and need less water. Keep it above the mid 60s and off cold drafts. Raise humidity if the tips brown. It is not pet safe. Like other Alocasia, it has calcium oxalate crystals, so keep it away from cats, dogs, and kids who chew plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWe ship nationwide from Pinellas County. Local pickup and Tampa Bay drop offs are common for St. Petersburg, Largo, Clearwater, Pinellas Park, Gulfport, Seminole, St. Pete Beach, and Tampa within about 30 miles. Send a photo anytime and I will walk you through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ (paste under the description for Google and AI answers)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a small Alocasia Bambino in a 3 inch pot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA young Alocasia x amazonica 'Bambino' in a 3 inch nursery pot. It is a compact dwarf African mask plant with narrow arrow leaves, pale veins, and purple undersides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Alocasia Bambino the same as Alocasia Polly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Bambino stays smaller and has narrower, smoother-edged leaves. Polly has wider leaves with wavy edges. This listing is Bambino only. Polly is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does Alocasia Bambino get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt usually stays under about 18 inches indoors. That is why a 3 inch starter pot works for desks, shelves, and small Tampa Bay apartments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for Alocasia Bambino in a 3 inch pot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright indirect light, chunky aroid mix, and water when the top inch is dry. Keep it warm and a little humid. Do not jump it into a much larger pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Alocasia Bambino need high humidity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt looks best with extra humidity. Florida bathrooms and grouped plants help. Brown tips usually mean dry air or inconsistent watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Alocasia Bambino safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Alocasia contains calcium oxalate crystals. Keep it out of reach if pets or kids chew plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy Alocasia Bambino near St. Petersburg, Florida?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMonstera Houseplants grows these in the Lealman and St. Petersburg area of Pinellas County. Pickup is available around St. Pete, Largo, Clearwater, Pinellas Park, Gulfport, Seminole, St. Pete Beach, and Tampa within about 30 miles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Monstera Houseplants ship Alocasia Bambino nationwide?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Plants ship across the U.S. from Pinellas County. Ask if a cold snap is hitting your area before we pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I repot this 3 inch Bambino?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWait until roots fill the pot or water runs straight through. Step up one size, usually to a 4 inch pot. Spring is best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is my Alocasia Bambino dropping a leaf?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOlder leaves fade as new ones open, and the plant can slow in winter. If several leaves yellow at once, send a photo. I will check light, water, and the mix with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003egreen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Monstera Houseplants LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46517032615993,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/9739\/3209\/files\/IMG_3261.webp?v=1789520992","url":"https:\/\/monsterahouseplants.com\/products\/small-alocasia-bambino-3-inch-pot","provider":"Monstera Houseplants LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}