ALOCASIA

Alocasia Facts 
The Alocasia is a striking houseplant it features long leaves with distinct veining. 
Alocasia is native to Southeast Asia.
Most varieties of Alocasia and will only reach a height of around 12" to 36" when kept indoors depending on variety and pot. 

​Care Instructions 
Soil Preference:
  • This plant requires a light well draining soil mix. Alocasias need moist soil, but cannot have water compact around the roots.
​Example: Two parts potting soil to two parts succulent mix.     
  Pot Size and Type:
  • This plant is fairly slow growing and needs a pot only an inch or two above the previous pot size.
  • Repot every second year or when roots come out the drainage holes on the pot bottom.
Lighting:
  • Alocasias require bright indirect light
  • Shield this plant from strong direct light in summer south and west sunny windows. The leaves will burn.
Pro Tip: Window sheers or blinds can offset some brief periods of high direct light.
Watering:
  • Try a watering every week. Water thoroughly until the water runs out of the pot. 
  • Watering is best done on a regular schedule so it does not cause stress on the plant.
  •  Alocasias enjoy moist soil but cannot tolerate heavy compacted wet soil.
How to Fertilize:
  • Apply a good quality fertilizer monthly through Spring and summer.
  • Decrease feedings by late Fall and allow the plant to rest through the winter months.
Humidity: 
  • Alocasias need humidity. Set the container on a pebble tray with water under the pot or provide a humidifier to this tropical plant for best growth and happiness.
  • Make sure you are not keeping your plant next to a heat or air vent. This will dramatically lower the humidity level.
  • Keep the humidity up past 70% for this plant.
Temperature:
  • Keep this plant at 70°F-80°F Alocasia enjoys warmth and humidity.
Pests:
  • Alocasias can be attacked by pests it is a good idea to give the leaves a neem oil treatment.
  • To minimize the possibility of pests be sure to check all nursery plants before bringing them home.​
Toxicity:
  • This plant is considered toxic. Do not ingest any part of the plant.
  • This plant can also cause mild skin irritation.
  • Keep away from children and pets.

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