Alocasia Frydek Variegata – Ø6 cm

Care/Details

Alocasia Frydek Variegata is a relatively easy plant to care for, as long as you provide it with the right conditions. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil that is kept consistently moist. However, overwatering can lead to root rot, so it’s important not to let the plant sit in standing water. It’s also a good idea to mist the leaves regularly to provide the plant with the humidity it needs to thrive. 

This plant is known to be a bit temperamental, so it’s important to keep an eye on it and adjust its care as needed. If the plant starts to wilt or develop brown edges on its leaves, it may be getting too much direct sunlight or not enough water. On the other hand, if the leaves start to turn yellow, it may be a sign of overwatering or poor drainage. 

• Environment – Ideally placed in a light environment, however, not in direct sun during months with strong sunshine. Temperatures between 18 to 30 degrees Celsius are recommended. 

• Watering – Water once a week and make sure not to overwater, let the plant absorb all water within a few hours. If any water is left, you should pour the rest out. Try with 100-200 ml for midsize pots (10-12 ø cm pots) and 50 ml for mini plants (6cm). After a period of days, the soil will start to dry up, here you can wait a day or two to water. During winter periods with lower growth, you can wait approx. 14 days between watering.  

• Leaves care – It is common for outer leaves to become yellow at some point, wait for the leaf stem to loosen slightly from the plant before removal, do this with care to avoid harming the plant. If you notice the leaves dripping this is not unusual and it can be caused by overwatering or due to higher temperatures amongst other factors.  

• Fertilizer – This can be administered once monthly during spring and summer periods. During winter the plant is not as likely to endure growth, therefore, the plant will not absorb the fertilizer.