Which Alocasia variety to choose?

The Alocasia genus offers an incredible diversity of shapes, sizes, and foliage patterns. Here is how the Alocasia Bambino Arrow stands out from other varieties in our catalog:

• Bambino Arrow (this plant): arrow-shaped leaves, shiny dark green, compact habit (40 cm), pronounced veins. Graphic compact version.
• Polly: shield-shaped leaves with spectacular white veins, compact habit, very graphic. Iconic classic version.
• Zebrina: spectacular yellow and green striped petioles, large shield-shaped leaves (80 cm). XXL striped version.
• Dragon Scale: textured dragon scale leaves, silver and green, very rare. Textured collector version.
• Silver Dragon: compact metallic silver leaves, very rare and elegant. Collector silver version.
• Nebula Silver Compacta: silver leaves with spotted patterns, compact (30 cm). Compact silver version.
• Red Secret: dark green leaves with purple-red undersides, compact (35 cm). Secret colorful version.
• Regal Shield: very large metallic dark green leaves, imposing habit (90 cm). Majestic XXL version.
• Macrorrhiza: very large heart-shaped leaves, imposing habit (70 cm). Classic giant version.
• Cucullata: shiny green heart-shaped leaves, elegant habit, very easy. Easy and generous version.
• Wentii: dark green leaves with purple undersides, elegant habit (65 cm). Elegant bicolor version.
• Lauterbachiana: very long and narrow leaves, slender habit (80 cm). Slender graphic version.

Why choose the Alocasia Bambino Arrow? If you are looking for a compact Alocasia with a unique and graphic arrow-shaped foliage, the Bambino Arrow is the perfect choice. Its compact habit and upright leaves make it an ideal plant for small spaces and shelves.

Exposure & placement

The Alocasia Bambino Arrow enjoys bright indirect light to maintain its shiny dark green foliage and pronounced veins. Avoid direct sunlight which burns the delicate leaves.

• Exposure: bright indirect light, avoid direct sunlight.
• Ideal: near an east- or north-facing window, bright shelf, bright desk, or living room with filtered light.
• Temperature: 18 to 27 °C, without sudden changes.
• Substrate: light, airy, and well-draining, tropical plant soil with perlite.

Verdeia tip: Alocasia appreciates high humidity — place it near other plants or a humidifier for optimal conditions.

Watering & care

• Watering: moderate; let the top 2-3 cm of substrate dry out between waterings.
• Frequency: about once a week in spring-summer, reduce in winter.
• Drainage: essential — use a perforated decorative pot with very well-draining substrate.
• Humidity: prefers 60-80% humidity, mist regularly or place near a humidifier.
• Fertilizer: once a month in spring-summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
• Cleaning: gently wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to preserve their shiny glow.

Alocasia can go dormant in winter and lose some leaves — this is normal, it will vigorously regrow in spring.

Decor ideas & plant pairings

With its graphic arrow-shaped foliage, the Alocasia Bambino Arrow brings a touch of tropical sophistication to your urban jungle. It creates an elegant and compact focal point.

• Pair with: other Alocasia, Calathea, Maranta, Philodendron, or tropical plants to create a lush urban jungle.
• Ideal pot: decorative pot in matte ceramic (white, gray, terracotta) or woven basket to highlight the graphic foliage.
• Atmosphere: perfect on a shelf, desk, console, or coffee table to create a compact tropical accent.

The arrow-shaped foliage creates a spectacular graphic effect that beautifully contrasts with plants with round leaves.

Verdeia Tips

• Unique arrow-shaped foliage — graphic and elegant.
• Compact size — perfect for small spaces and shelves (40 cm).
• High humidity essential — mist regularly or place near a humidifier.
• Avoid direct sun — burns delicate leaves.
• May go dormant in winter — loses some leaves then regrows in spring.
• Rotate the plant regularly for even growth.
• Repot every 1-2 years in spring into a slightly larger decorative pot.
• Regularly dust the leaves — improves photosynthesis and shiny appearance.
• Toxic to animals — keep out of reach of cats and dogs (calcium oxalate crystals).
• Moderate growth — patience needed to see the plant develop.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name: Alocasia 'Bambino Arrow'
• Common name: Alocasia Bambino Arrow, Elephant Ear
• Family: Araceae
• Origin: tropical forests of Southeast Asia
• Adult size: up to 40–60 cm indoors (compact habit)
• Exposure: bright indirect light, avoid direct sun
• Watering: moderate, allow to dry between waterings
• Care: moderate (requires high humidity)
• Toxicity to animals: toxic (calcium oxalate crystals)
• Decorative style: Tropical / Graphic / Urban jungle
• Feature: spectacular arrow-shaped foliage, shiny dark green with pronounced veins, elegant compact habit

Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The size and shape of the leaves naturally vary depending on growing conditions.