The elephant foot is a very decorative and easy-care houseplant. The elephant foot is therefore very suitable for beginners, but not for very small rooms. It needs enough space to thrive.
How fast and big does the elephant's foot grow?
An elephant's foot grows slowly and only gains a few centimeters per year. As a houseplant it can grow to a maximum of 1.5 to 2 meters tall. Optimal conditions with space, care and location have a positive effect on growth.
How fast does the elephant's foot grow?
An elephant's foot does not grow quickly; the annual increase is only a few centimeters. This fact also explains the fact that a medium-sized elephant foot is very expensive in stores. However, the plant needs optimal conditions for adequate growth. In addition to good care, this also includes the right location.
There are a few things you can do to positively influence growth. Fertilize your elephant foot regularly, but only in small doses. The situation is similar with watering. The soil should always dry out a little before the next watering.
How big can the elephant's foot get?
In its tropical home, an elephant's foot can reach a size of around nine meters and an age of more than 100 years. Of course it can't do that in your living room or winter garden. As a houseplant it barely grows to more than 1.5 meters tall. Under ideal conditions it may also be able to reach the 2 meter limit.
The most important things in brief:
- slow growing
- maximum height in home country: approx. 9 m
- maximum size as a houseplant: approx. 1.5 m to 2 m
- New leaves sprout only at the top of the plant
Tip
Neither abundant fertilizer nor excessive watering will make your elephant's foot grow faster. Rather the opposite is the case. This could cause your elephant's foot to die.
