‹ All plantsGiant Taro
Alocasia macrorrhizos
AlocasiaMood Meter: Kinda High-Maintenance
Also called: Giant Elephant Ear
Very large upright arrow-shaped leaves rise from thick pseudostems and can create a tree-like tropical silhouette.
Plant Mood Meter: Kinda High-Maintenance
Alocasia prefer stable warmth, bright filtered light, and a highly aerated root zone and can react quickly to moisture extremes or cold.
Care guide
Bright indirect light. Direct sun: Avoid harsh midday sun.
Water after slight drying near the surface; avoid both prolonged saturation and severe repeated drought.
Chunky, moisture-balanced aroid mix with excellent drainage and aeration.
Moderate to high humidity is helpful with good airflow.
No climbing support needed.
Problems Planticist can help with UnderwateringOverwatering / poor aerationRoot rot / impaired rootsExcess light / sun scorchInsufficient light (etiolation)Normal lower-leaf senescenceLow-humidity stressPest damageFertilizer / mineral salt buildup
