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Alocasia macrorrhizos Variegata 17cm H35 - 45cm

Alocasia macrorrhizos Variegata 17cm H35 - 45cm
£78.00 GBP
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Meet Alocasia macrorrhizos Variegata—a big-leaf aroid with bold green-and-cream marbling and serious statement potential. It is one of those plants that can become furniture-sized with warmth, light and room, so give it space from the start.

  • The Formal Name: Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Variegata'
  • The Nickname: Variegated Giant Taro Alocasia
  • Roots: A variegated form of the giant Alocasia macrorrhizos group, grown for large upright leaves.
  • Natural Vibe: Warm, bright tropical growth with rich airy roots and generous humidity.

Care Guide
  • Care Guide:
  • Sunlight: Bright indirect light is essential. Variegated sections need light but can burn in direct midday sun.
  • Best Room: A bright warm corner, conservatory with filtered light or spacious plant room.
  • Snacks: Feed during active growth; large variegated leaves need consistent nutrition.
  • Tropical Feels: Higher humidity supports clean leaf expansion, but airflow is important.
  • Cosy Factor: Keep 18–28°C and protect from cold draughts.
  • Thirst: Water when the top few centimetres dry. Keep steady, not swampy.
  • Safety First: Not pet-safe – aroid foliage contains irritating calcium oxalate crystals, so keep away from pets and children who may chew leaves or stems.
  • The Bedding: Chunky aroid mix in a stable pot; add bark/perlite for root oxygen.
  • Family Tree: Division or corms/offsets from a mature plant.
  • Space Needs: Needs room around the leaves and a heavy pot as it grows.
  • Speed: Moderate to fast in warmth; slower than all-green forms.
  • Uninvited Guests: Spider mites, thrips and mealybug can appear indoors.
  • Moving Day: Repot when roots fill the pot or the plant becomes top-heavy.
  • Haircut: Remove spent lower leaves at the base.
  • Fresh Air: Good airflow helps prevent leaf spotting on large foliage.
  • Plant Lore: Macrorrhizos types can make huge architectural leaves, but variegation means steady light matters more than speed.
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