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Hitchhiker elephant ear
Remusatia vivipara is a rupicolous or epiphytic herb that grows up to 50 cm tall, arising from an underground tuber around 2 to 4 cm in diameter and coloured vivid red. The leaf is solitary, is broad and peltate, 10 to 40 cm long and 5 to 30 cm across, with a petiole up to 40 cm long. Spathe is leathery, 10 to 13 cm long with an ovoid tube which is green. Spadix is around 3.5 cm long, clavate and creamy white with the flowers unisexual and congested, female at base, male at tip, separated by sterile flowers in the middle. Fruits a cluster of berries.
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Yellow
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Distribution of Hitchhiker elephant ear

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Hitchhiker elephant ear boasts a distribution that spreads across tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Africa. It is indigenous to major areas such as the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and parts of Central and West Africa. Over time, hitchhiker elephant ear has adapted to various climatic and geographical zones within these continents, thriving in a range of habitats within this expansive range.
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Care Guide for Hitchhiker elephant ear

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Water: Hitchhiker elephant ear, native to tropical regions, thrives in humid environments typical of rainforest understories. It requires consistent moisture and should be watered twice weekly. Preferably grown indoors for humidity control, the soil must stay evenly moist, avoiding waterlogging, especially during the growing season.
Pruning: Hitchhiker elephant ear features large, glossy leaves and requires pruning from early to late spring. Trim damaged leaves for healthy growth, enhance air circulation, and remove spent flowers to focus energy on foliage and bulbs, promoting vigor and maintaining shape for optimal health.
Propagation: Hitchhiker elephant ear is a tropical plant valued for its attractive foliage. Propagate via cuttings using healthy tubercles in well-draining soil. Provide indirect light and consistent moisture, avoiding waterlogging. Successful rooting leads to new plants that reflect the parent's characteristics, making hitchhiker elephant ear a striking collection addition.
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