Grow Well Guides

Alocasia

Get ready to bring the vibrant allure of the tropics into your home with the stunning Alocasia! With its easy-care nature and a range of captivating varieties to choose from, you'll soon find yourself captivated by your very own Alocasia.

Planting Calendar

Summer
Autumn
Winter
Spring

Alocasia are available throughout the year.

Prepare

Position

Alocasia prefer to grow in a warm position that is well-lit, but out of direct sunlight, as this may cause the leaves to burn and develop dry, brown patches.

Soil

Plant into a free draining indoor potting mix that does not contain water crystals, like Kings Indoor Plant mix.

Plant

Repot your plant in spring when the roots appear at the bottom of the pot. Repot into a pot that is 5cm larger than the original, and plant into King House Plant Mix. Water in well after repotting.

Care

Watering

Alocasia likes to be kept evenly moist, not wet then dry. Water when the top 5cm of the soil is dry. Water until liquid flows through the drainage hole at the bottom of the pot and discard any water that has accumulated in the saucer.

Feeding

Feed with Kings Liquid House Plant Food according to the instructions on the packet. Dilute fertiliser into the water.

Protecting

Spray with Mavrik at the first sign of mites if needed.

Pruning

Remove any leaves that may yellow off at the base.

Beginner Tip

Dust can settle on the leaves, use a damp soft cloth to gently wipe any dust away.

Expert Tip

Alocasia are tropical plants and will grow best if they are in a warm, humid environment. These conditions can be recreated by misting your plant to increase humidity levels.

Frequently Asked Questions