Which Alocasia variety to choose?

The Alocasia genus offers a great diversity of shapes, colors, and sizes. Here is how the Alocasia Macrorrhiza stands out from other varieties in our catalog:

• Alocasia Macrorrhiza (this plant): huge shiny green leaves up to 1 m long, very imposing and majestic stature (70 cm). Tropical giant version.
• Alocasia Regal Shield: very large dark green shield-shaped leaves with deep purple underside, imposing stature (90 cm). Majestic XXL version.
• Alocasia Gageana California: very large thick leaves with very pronounced veins creating a textured embossed look (80 cm). XXL textured version.
• Alocasia Lauterbachiana: elegant elongated wavy leaves, upright and airy stature (80 cm). Elongated graphic version.
• Alocasia Wentii: bronze green foliage with purple underside (60 cm). Elegant bicolor version.
• Alocasia Zebrina: spectacular striped stems, dark green foliage (55 cm). Decorative stem version.
• Alocasia Cucullata: shiny green heart-shaped foliage, robust (50 cm). Easy green version.
• Alocasia Polly (Amazonica): dark green foliage with silvery white veins, compact stature (40 cm). Classic graphic version.
• Alocasia Bambino Arrow: compact arrow-shaped foliage (40 cm). Elegant compact version.
• Alocasia Red Secret: burgundy red foliage evolving to green (35 cm). Spectacular colored version.

Why choose the Alocasia Macrorrhiza? If you are looking for a giant Alocasia with huge spectacular leaves that can reach 1 meter in length with a very imposing stature creating a tropical jungle effect, the Macrorrhiza is the perfect choice. It is the most imposing variety for large spaces.

Exposure & location

The Alocasia Macrorrhiza appreciates bright indirect light to maintain its shiny bright green foliage and vigorous growth. It tolerates partial shade but prefers a bright exposure to produce its huge spectacular leaves.

• Exposure: bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct sunlight.
• Ideal: spacious living room, office, entrance, hallway, veranda, conservatory, or large spaces with high ceilings.
• Temperature: 18 to 27 °C, without sudden changes.
• Substrate: light, airy, and well-draining, universal potting soil with perlite.

Verdeia tip: the Alocasia Macrorrhiza is a giant plant that needs plenty of space to spread its majestic huge leaves. Perfect for large spaces and high ceilings.

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 to once every 2 weeks in winter.
• Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and well-draining substrate.
• Humidity: enjoys 60-70% humidity, mist occasionally or place near other plants.
• Fertilizer: once a month in spring-summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
• Cleaning: gently wipe the huge leaves with a damp cloth to preserve their shiny glow.

The Alocasia prefers a slightly moist but never waterlogged substrate — avoid excess water that causes leaves to yellow.

Decor ideas & plant pairings

With its huge spectacular shiny green leaves and very imposing stature, the Alocasia Macrorrhiza adds a touch of grandeur and an impressive architectural presence to your urban jungle. It creates a majestic and tropical focal point.

• To pair with: Monstera, Strelitzia, Ficus, Philodendron, or other large tropical plants to create a lush and imposing urban jungle.
• Ideal pot: matte ceramic decorative pot (white, grey, black, terracotta) or large woven basket to showcase the majestic foliage.
• Atmosphere: perfect as a centerpiece in a spacious living room, hallway, veranda, conservatory, or large space to create a tropical jungle effect.

The huge shiny green leaves create a spectacular tropical jungle effect that brings grandeur and architectural presence to your plant decor.

Verdeia Tips

• Give it plenty of space: the Alocasia Macrorrhiza needs room to spread its huge leaves.
• Regularly wipe the large leaves: to preserve their shiny glow and health.
• Mist the foliage: to enhance its tropical freshness and maintain humidity.
• Avoid drafts: Alocasia is sensitive to temperature changes.
• Enjoy its very vigorous growth: the Alocasia Macrorrhiza grows quickly and produces spectacular giant leaves.

A true tropical gem, the Alocasia Macrorrhiza captivates with its huge shiny green leaves up to 1 meter long and its very imposing stature creating a spectacular tropical jungle effect. A giant plant ideal for bringing grandeur and architectural presence to your urban jungle.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name: Alocasia macrorrhiza
• Common name: Alocasia Macrorrhiza, Elephant Ear, Giant Taro
• Family: Araceae
• Origin: tropical forests of Southeast Asia and the Pacific
• Dimensions at delivery: Ø19 × H70 cm
• Adult size: up to 150–200 cm indoors (leaves up to 1 m long)
• Exposure: bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct sun
• Watering: moderate, let the top 2-3 cm dry out between waterings
• Care: easy (perfect for beginners)
• Toxicity for animals: toxic (calcium oxalate crystals)
• Decorative style: Majestic / Imposing / Tropical
• Particularity: huge shiny green leaves up to 1 m long, very imposing and majestic stature, spectacular tropical jungle effect, air-purifying plant, easy to care for, very vigorous growth, perfect for large spaces

Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. Leaf size and foliage density naturally vary.