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Alocasia Frydek 14cm H45cm

Alocasia Frydek 14cm H45cm

£32.00 GBP
£32.00 GBP
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Meet the Alocasia ‘Frydek’—the green velvet icon. With deep emerald, velvety leaves and bright white veins, she has that unmistakable luxury aroid look. Soft, bold and beautifully architectural, she turns a warm room into a mini rainforest display.

  • The Formal Name: Alocasia micholitziana ‘Frydek’
  • The Nickname: Green Velvet Alocasia
  • Roots: A cultivated form of Alocasia micholitziana, a species associated with the Philippines.
  • Natural Vibe: Humid rainforest shade where velvety leaves can grow broad, rich and dramatic.

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Sunlight: She loves bright, indirect light. Direct sun can scorch her leaves, while too little light slows her down.
  • Best Room: A bright bathroom, warm kitchen or plant cabinet where humidity stays higher.
  • Snacks: Feed every 2–4 weeks during spring and summer with a diluted balanced feed.
  • Tropical Feels: She is a humidity lover; aim for 60%+ to prevent crispy edges.
  • Cosy Factor: Keep her warm at 18–27°C and avoid cold windowsills or draughts.
  • Thirst: Water when the top 2–3 cm of mix is dry, keeping her lightly moist but never swampy.
  • Safety First: Toxic – contains calcium oxalate crystals; keep her away from curious pets and kids.
  • The Bedding: A chunky, free-draining aroid mix with orchid bark, perlite and coco/coir is ideal.
  • Family Tree: Propagate by separating corms or dividing the plant during a warm-season repot.
  • Space Needs: Mature plants become a strong upright statement, usually staying manageable indoors.
  • Speed: A seasonal grower that can pause in winter, then bounce back with warmth and light.
  • Uninvited Guests: Watch for spider mites and thrips hiding on the backs of leaves.
  • Moving Day: Repot every 1–2 years, keeping the mix airy and fresh.
  • Haircut: Snip tired older leaves at the base so energy goes into new growth.
  • Fresh Air: A dramatic foliage plant that gives instant jungle energy to your space.
  • Plant Lore: Her velvet texture and bright veins have made Frydek one of the most recognisable collector Alocasias.
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