Alocasia Macrorhizza 150-160cm

Size: 150cm, comes in nursery pot

🌿 Alocasia macrorrhiza Care Guide

☀️ Light

• Ideal: Bright, indirect sunlight.

• Tolerates: Some direct morning sun, but avoid harsh afternoon sun as it can scorch the leaves.

• Too little light: Can lead to leggy growth or smaller leaves.

💧 Watering

• Water regularly during the growing season (spring & summer).

• Let the top 1–2 inches of soil dry out before watering again.

• In winter, reduce watering — the plant enters semi-dormancy and needs less moisture.

• Avoid overwatering — it’s prone to root rot.

🌫️ Humidity

• Prefers high humidity (60%+). Ideal for tropical or greenhouse settings.

• Use a humidifier, pebble tray, or mist the plant in drier environments.

• Low humidity can cause browning edges on leaves.

🌡️ Temperature

• Thrives in warm temperatures: 65–85°F (18–29°C)

🪴 Soil

• Use a well-draining, rich potting mix.

• Mix suggestions:

  • 1 part peat or coco coir

  • 1 part perlite or pumice

  • 1 part compost or worm castings

🌱 Fertilizing

• Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2–4 weeks during spring and summer.

• Do not fertilize in winter.

• Over-fertilizing can lead to salt build-up or leaf burn.

🔁 Repotting

• Repot every 1–2 years or when rootbound.

• Choose a pot 2 inches wider than the current one.

• Spring is the best time to repot.

✂️ Pruning

• Trim damaged, yellow, or old leaves at the base.

• Clean shears with alcohol to prevent disease spread.

🐛 Pests & Problems

• Common pests: Spider mites, mealybugs, scale, aphids.

• Treat with neem oil, insecticidal soap, or regular wiping of leaves.

• Root rot: Caused by soggy soil.

• Leaf droop or yellowing: Often from overwatering or poor drainage.

🌸 Dormancy Note

In colder or low-light months, Alocasia may go dormant, dropping leaves. This is normal. Keep soil lightly moist and wait for spring growth.