This plant needs bright light, including some direct sunlight, to bloom well. However, it requires protection from direct midday sun, which can scorch the leaves of young plants. A suitable location is a room with east- or west-facing windows. Avoid rooms with only north-facing windows.

Keep the soil constantly moist throughout the year. You don't want it to be waterlogged, but you can expect to need to water it daily in spring and summer as it loses moisture through its large leaves. The plant prefers high humidity and you may want to keep a spray bottle handy to mist it if your home is dry. If you overwater, the plant will develop crispy brown leaves. If it is underwatered, the leaves furthest from the center will turn yellow.

18-21°C

Feed in spring with slow-release granules or weekly during the growing season with liquid fertilizer. This plant is a heavy feeder.

150 - 180 cm