I apologize as I am a bit of a novice. I have an indoor plant that I have always called an "elephant ear". I really don't know the name of the plant. They are quite common, have long stems and one large leaf per stem. They are normally easy to care for as they let you know when they need water by suddenly drooping over. This plant has done quite well for many years but a new employee (trying to be helpful and efficient) has totally over-watered this plant. As it drooped this person assumed it needed more water and the trend continued. Someone finally recognized the issue and we halted the water onslaught. That was over about 10 days ago. Amazingly, the soil is still quite wet (despite these 100 degree days) and I am not sure what to do. I cannot believe it has not dried out yet. The plant is drooping badly but is still seemingly alive and green. I feel when it finally dries out the plant will perk up but I am not sure if there is anything I need to be doing. I am worried the roots might rot. Thanks for any advice.
Once you post a photo someone will likely be able to discern the species. However, the common name "Elephant Ear" is quite deceptive. It appears you are describing a plant that is likely an Alocasia sp., but it could just as easily be a Xanthosoma or Colocasia sp. All are quite different and the total number of possible species could be quite high. All require somewhat different care but most prefer bright light. You might want to consider moving the plant outdoors to dry it out, but not in direct sunlight. Since all of these are from tropical rain forest areas of the world, consider replacing some of the soil with a mixture that is quite porous and will drain easily and quickly. These species like to be watered often, but they don't like their "feet" to be wet with the exception of Colocasia. Commonly aroiders (and all of these are aroids) use what is known as a "jungle mix". To make it use a moisture control soil as the base and mix in extra peat, Perlite™, and a good helping of orchid potting mix which contains bark, charcoal, and gravel. And make sure the pot can drain. Other than that, we'll just have to wait and see the photo.
