How to maintain an Alocasia? Full guide

How to maintain an Alocasia: Complete Guide

The family of Alocasia includes more than 70 Species, all renowned for their spectacular leaves, often in heart shape or boom, with marked ribs that create a striking contrast.

From tropical forests of'Southeast Asia and D'Australia, these plants bring a touch of'irresistible exoticism.

The Alocasia are distinguished by their unique appearance, with leaves that vary in size, , in shape and in color according to species, ranging from deep green to silver or purple tones.

Although'they are popular for their beauty, these plants can be slightly demanding about care, requiring special attention at'moisture, light, and temperature.

This article will guide you through the essential steps to maintain your Alocasia in full health.

1. Exposure to light: Where to place your Alocasia ?

THE'Alocasia prefer a live but indirect light.

A too direct light can burn his delicate leaves, while'a too weak light can slow growth.

Place your plant near'a window oriented to the'is or to the'west, where she can receive a sweet light in the morning or at the end of'afternoon.

If your space is darker, consider'use a growth lamp to complete the natural light.

2. Watering: Find the right balance

THE'watering is crucial to maintain a Alocasia healthy.

It does not tolerate the'excess of'water.

Make sure that the substrate is dry in depth before'water.

What is the right time to water ?

Insert your finger into the floor to check the'moisture. If the substrate is dry under the first layer of potting soil, it is time d'water. Use from the'water at room temperature and avoid letting the plant in a saucer full of'water to prevent the root rot.

3. Temperature and humidity: create an optimal environment

THE'Alocasia is native to the tropics, it therefore prefers the conditions of heat and'high humidity.

Hold an ambient temperature between 18 ° C and 25 ° C for optimal growth. It will thrive in a high humidity, ideal for 60% or more.

To increase the'moisture, especially in summer, place your plant on a pebble tray with'water, Use a humidifier, or bruminate leaves regularly.

4. Fertilization: Feed your Alocasia

To encourage a healthy growth and robust leaves, fertilize your Alocasia once a month during the growing season (spring and summer).

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer, half of the recommended dose. In autumn and winter, reduce fertilization because the plant between dormancy.

We advise you our Green plant fertilizers. It's easy to utilize and convenient and is very effective.

5. Reprange: When and how to do it ?

THE'Alocasia needs'a repotation every 1 to 2 years, according to its growth.

If you notice that the roots start out of drainage holes or if the plant looks congested, it's time to win it.

Choose a bored pot, preferably transparent, slightly larger than the previous one and use a well-draining soil.

The transparent pot will allow you to'observeThe'évolution du système racinaire and to monitor easily l'humidity of the substrate, thus helping to Avoid excess d'water or, on the contrary, periods of drought too long ..

We advise you for repotting, a mixture composed of terreau enriched of'Essential elements, Coconut flashes, and perlite, to remember the'moisture while allowing good drainage.

Our "Thread"Will perfectly meet the requirements of the Alocasia. Do you make life easier and enjoy of'one tailor-made which will promote a healthy and sustainable growth.

6. Size and maintenance : Keep your plant fit

THE'Alocasia requires little size, but it is important to remove yellow or damaged leaves to encourage new growth.

Cut the unwanted leaves at the base of the stem with clean scissors to avoid any infection.

How to cut out an Alocasia: Step-by-step guide for successful cuttings.

THE'Alocasia can be propagated by division (bulbille) Rather than traditional stem cutting. The classic stem cutting method does not work for Alocasia.

Choose a mature plant and remove it gently from the pot.

Detach gently the bulbilles, By ensuring that each division has healthy roots and, ideally, a sheet.

If some bulbils n'have no leaf yet, separate them all the same and plant them in one transparent pot full of sphagnum moss, where they will grow quickly.

CAUTION The sphagnum must remain wet but especially not soggy.

Reply the bulbilies after several weeks of development in a suitable substrate such as our Thread.

7. Common problems and solutions

Like any plant, the'Alocasia may meet some problems.

If you notice yellowish leaves, This may be due to excessive watering or lack of light. The brown leaves, on the other hand, may indicate a low humidity or insufficient watering.

Make sure to follow the advice of'watering and light mentioned above to avoid these problems.

Council'expert: THE'Alocasia is a plant pest-sensitive like the mealybugs,The red spiders and thrips.

Inspect regularly to prevent possible signs of'infestation.

In case of'infestation, treat with natural and biological methods as the black soap.

Find on the product sheet of our black soap for plantsOur biological recipe to fight against pests.

For more'effectiveness, we advise you to'apply the solution with our pair of cleaning gloves for microfiber plants. 

It will allow youof'Smoothly eliminate unwanted.

Conclusion

THE'Alocasia is a spectacular plant that, with attentive care, can become the focal point of N'what room does it matter.

By following these simple tips, you can make sure that your plant remains healthy and continues to impress you with its majestic leaves.

NO'do not forget that every Alocasia has unique needs, then watch it regularly and adjust your care accordingly.

Here are our expert advice:

1. Privilégiez a location at edge'a window by avoiding the direct sun for optimal growth.

2. Sprinkle when the soil is secred in depth. Does not support'excess of'watering.

3. Hold a pleasant ambient temperature, without exposure to currents of'air.

4. Increase'moisture around the plant if possible, especially during the'Summer.

5. Use a well-draining potting soil to avoid'excess of'water.

6. PROPAKED BY DIVISION OF RHIZOMES for multiply your collection or share with friends.

7. Inspect regularly the leaves to detect any sign of harmful.

8. Clean the leaves for promote a good photosynthesis.