Alocasias

Discover how to grow Alocasia plants, the stunning tropical houseplants also known as African masks or elephant ear plants. These popular indoor plants bring exotic beauty to Australian homes with their dramatic arrow-shaped leaves and vibrant green foliage.

Alocasias thrive in bright, indirect light and high humidity, making them perfect for both beginners and experienced plant parents. With proper care, these statement plants can reach impressive heights of 1.5 metres, creating a spectacular focal point in any room. Learn essential Alocasia care tips to keep your plant healthy and thriving in Australian conditions.

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Alocasia 'Ninja'

The Alocasia ninja is a striking cultivar that commands attention with its dramatically pointed, shield-shaped leaves. This captivating aroid features foliage with an unmistakable arrow-like form, living up to its warrior namesake with sharp, angular edges that create a bold architectural statement. Each leaf displays a mesmerising dark green surface with prominent silvery-white veining that seems to radiate from the central midrib. This impressive Alocasia stands out for its upright, symmetrical growth pattern, with each leaf precisely positioned to create a stunning natural display. The contrast between the deep green leaf surface and the pronounced light veining creates a sophisticated interplay of colours that catches the eye. New leaves emerge with a subtle purple undertone on their undersides, adding an extra layer of visual interest as they unfurl to reveal their distinctive ninja-star silhouette. Features: Sharp, angular shield-shaped leaves Prominent silvery-white venation Dark green glossy surface Purple-tinted leaf undersides Architectural upright growth habit

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Alocasia sinuata

The Alocasia sinuata is a striking tropical beauty that captivates with its distinctively wavy leaf margins. This elegant aroid showcases deeply undulating leaves that create a mesmerising ripple effect, setting it apart from its more common Alocasia cousins. Each leaf presents a rich, glossy green surface that catches light beautifully, emphasising its unique sinuous edges. The plant's arrow-shaped leaves emerge on slender petioles, creating an enchanting display as they unfurl to reveal their full wavy splendour. True to its name, 'sinuata', which refers to its sinuous or wavy form, this Alocasia species presents a graceful silhouette that adds movement and visual interest to any plant collection. The leaves can reach up to 30cm in length, each one displaying slightly different wave patterns that make every plant uniquely beautiful. Features: Distinctive wavy leaf margins Arrow-shaped foliage Glossy green surface Elegant rippled texture Graceful upright growth habit

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Alocasia Melo

The Alocasia melo is a compact treasure that stands out in the world of rare aroids with its extraordinary textured foliage. This jewel-like plant showcases thick, deeply embossed leaves that feature an intricate, quilted pattern reminiscent of a cantaloupe's surface – hence its species name 'melo'. Each leaf presents a stunning blue-green to grey-green hue that adds a sophisticated touch to any plant collection. Native to Borneo, this diminutive Alocasia species remains relatively small, making it perfect for tabletop displays or compact spaces. Its leaves, typically reaching 15-20cm in length, emerge from a central point, creating a striking rosette formation. The dramatic texture of each leaf catches and reflects light differently throughout the day, creating an ever-changing display of shadows and highlights across its deeply grooved surface. Features: Distinctive quilted, textured foliage Metallic blue-green to grey-green colouration Compact growth habit Thick, robust leaves Unique rosette formation

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Alocasia scalprum

The Alocasia scalprum is a captivating tropical jewel that commands attention in any plant collection. This rare aroid is distinguished by its uniquely shaped leaves that resemble elongated arrowheads, making it a true collector's piece. Native to Southeast Asia, the scalprum showcases dark green, glossy foliage that can grow up to 30cm in length, creating a dramatic vertical accent in your space. Each leaf emerges from a central stem, unfurling to reveal its distinctive blade-like shape – a characteristic that earned it the 'scalprum' name, meaning surgical knife in Latin. The prominent veining pattern adds depth and character to each leaf, making this Alocasia a stunning architectural specimen for your indoor jungle. Features: Distinctive blade-shaped leaves Prominent veining pattern Glossy dark green foliage Compact growth habit

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Alocasia cuprea

The Alocasia cuprea is a remarkable specimen that showcases the metallic splendour of nature. This jewel among aroids features thick, shield-shaped leaves with an extraordinary iridescent copper sheen that seems to radiate from within. The surface of each leaf displays an almost mirror-like quality, reflecting light with a lustrous gleam that gives this species its common name, the Mirror Alocasia. Native to Borneo, this stunning plant presents leaves with pronounced veining that creates intricate patterns across their metallic surface. The upper side of each leaf exhibits colours ranging from deep copper to burgundy, while the undersides reveal a striking reddish-purple hue. The leaves emerge tightly furled, gradually unfurling to reveal their full metallic magnificence, each one adding to the plant's compact but commanding presence. Features: Metallic copper-toned foliage Mirror-like leaf surface Pronounced venation pattern Deep burgundy to copper colouration Compact growth habit

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