Variegated Alocasia

Variegated Alocasia can be challenging to care for, according to some plant parents. Check out the reviews down below to learn from their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Variegated Alocasia →

Common Variegated Alocasia Problems →

Variegated Alocasia prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Variegated Alocasia Water Frequency →

Variegated Alocasia Root Rot →

Variegated Alocasia may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Variegated Alocasia Light Requirements →

Variegated Alocasia Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Variegated Alocasia Toxicity to Cats →

Variegated Alocasia Toxicity to Dogs →

Variegated Alocasia Toxicity to Humans →

Variegated Alocasia prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Variegated Alocasia Humidity Needs →

Variegated Alocasia is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Best Soil Mix for Variegated Alocasia →

When and How to Successfully Repot Variegated Alocasia →

Variegated Alocasia is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize Variegated Alocasia →

It’s common for Variegated Alocasia to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

Variegated Alocasia is native to tropical and subtropical Asia and Eastern Australia.

Variegated Alocasia grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Variegated Alocasia →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Variegated Alocasia can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Variegated Alocasia Temperature Tolerance →

Variegated Alocasia can be propagated by division into new individual plants.

• Check to see if there is more than one plant. In some cases they may still be beneath the soil surface. If you feel confident, you may remove the soil to check for baby plantlets below!
• If there are multiple plants growing, unpot the plant and gently tug the plants apart, being careful not to disturb too many of the roots. They may be connected by large root segments which you may need to break to free the plantlet.
• Pot up the new plant in well-draining soil
• Repot the parent plant back into its original pot

How to Propagate Variegated Alocasia →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Variegated Alocasia →
• Drooping Variegated Alocasia Leaves →
• Variegated Alocasia Dropping Leaves →
• Variegated Alocasia Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Variegated Alocasia →
• Brown Spots on Variegated Alocasia →
• Variegated Alocasia Leaves Falling Over →
• Variegated Alocasia Leaves Curling →
• Variegated Alocasia Yellow Leaves →
• Variegated Alocasia Root Rot →