How to Care for Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Stingray' (Giant Taro)

Korean name: 알로카시아 스팅레이

Alocasia 'Stingray' features broad, thick arrowhead-shaped leaves and is an easy-to-grow foliage plant. It is suitable for indoor cultivation, preferring bright indirect light and moderate humidity. The unique texture and shape of the leaves make it a decorative addition to interiors.

Key facts

• Category: Foliage plant
• Family: Araceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Southeast Asia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.
• Traits: broad leaves, easy care, foliage plant, toxic plant
• Also known as: Alocasia macrorrhizos, Giant Taro, Elephant Ear, Giant Alocasia

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is dry.
• Soil: Requires well-draining soil.
• Humidity: Thrives in higher humidity.
• Temperature: Ideal between 18~27°C.
• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Stingray'?

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

Where should you keep Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Stingray'?

It likes Prefers bright, indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Requires well-draining soil..

Is Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Stingray' safe around pets?

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

Is Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Stingray' good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around Ideal between 18~27°C.. Humidity: Thrives in higher humidity.. Fertilise Apply a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season..