How to Care for Alocasia cuprea (Mirror Plant)

Korean name: 알로카시아 쿠프레아

Alocasia cuprea is a foliage plant known for its metallic bronze leaves with a glossy texture. The thick and shiny leaves grow to a manageable size suitable for indoor cultivation. It requires careful management as it is sensitive to environmental changes.

Key facts

Category: Foliage plant
Family: Araceae
Difficulty: Moderate
Where to keep: indoors
Native to: Southeast Asia
Growth rate: Moderate
Pets: Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.
Traits: metallic leaves, foliage plant, medium difficulty, toxic, indoor plant
Also known as: Mirror Plant, Metallic Elephant Ear

Care Guide

Light: Thrives in indirect light.
Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil surface is dry.
Soil: Well-draining soil is recommended.
Humidity: Prefers high humidity.
Temperature: 18~27°C
Fertilizer: Feed once every 1-2 months during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Alocasia cuprea?

Water thoroughly when the soil surface is dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Alocasia cuprea?

Light: Thrives in indirect light. You can grow it indoors. Soil: Well-draining soil is recommended.

Is Alocasia cuprea safe around pets?

Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.

Is Alocasia cuprea good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Temperature: 18~27°C. Humidity: Prefers high humidity. Fertiliser: Feed once every 1-2 months during the growing season.