How to Care for Alocasia macrorrhizos (Giant Taro)

Korean name: 알로카시아 마크로리자

Alocasia macrorrhizos is a foliage plant with large, thick leaves. The glossy, heart-shaped leaves are well-suited for indoor cultivation. It is relatively easy to care for, making it recommended for beginners.

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: broad leaves, beginner friendly, indoor
• Also known as: Giant Taro, Elephant Ear, Giant Alocasia

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light to partial shade.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry.
• Soil: Well-draining soil is ideal.
• Humidity: Prefers high humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply slow-release fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Alocasia macrorrhizos?

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

Where should you keep Alocasia macrorrhizos?

It likes Prefers bright indirect light to partial shade.. You can grow it indoors. Use Well-draining soil is ideal..

Is Alocasia macrorrhizos safe around pets?

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

Is Alocasia macrorrhizos good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Prefers high humidity.. Fertilise Apply slow-release fertilizer once a month during the growing season..