How to Care for Alocasia amazonica

Korean name: 알로카시아

This tropical plant features large arrow-shaped leaves with striking white stems. Its unique and dramatic appearance makes it a popular choice for interior decoration.

Key facts

• Category: Foliage plant
• 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: large leaves, tropical, arrow leaf, interior

Care Guide

• Light: Bright indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight.
• Watering: Water when the top of the soil is dry.
• Soil: Well-draining potting mix
• Humidity: High humidity is essential
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Fertilize every two weeks in spring and summer

Common questions

How often should you water Alocasia amazonica?

Water when the top of 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 amazonica?

It likes Bright indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight.. You can grow it indoors. Use Well-draining potting mix.

Is Alocasia amazonica safe around pets?

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

Is Alocasia amazonica good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: High humidity is essential. Fertilise Fertilize every two weeks in spring and summer.