Alocasias Care
Bright Indirect
Difficulty: Hard
High Watering Frequency
Pet Toxic
Plant Pictured: Alocasia African Mask
Light
Bright, indirect light. Avoid harsh sun on leaves. Can tolerate shaded light.
Water
Keep evenly moist but never soggy. Let top 1–2 inches dry before re-watering. Likes consistency.
Humidity & Temperature
High humidity (50%+ ideal). Warmth 65–85°F. Sensitive to cold drafts.
Soil & Fertilizing
Chunky, airy mix (indoor mix + perlite + bark). Feed lightly every 4 weeks in spring–summer.
Pet Safety
Not pet safe (calcium oxalate).
Native Region
Tropical Asia.
Fun Fact
Often go semi-dormant in cool, low-light months, leaf count may drop, then bounce back in spring.
