Alocasia Macrorrhiza Aurea 12cm

🌿 Alocasia macrorrhiza ‘Aurea’ Care Guide

The Alocasia Macrorrhiza Aurea is a dramatic giant with golden-yellow variegation splashed across oversized, upright leaves. Striking, sculptural, and full of tropical energy, it becomes a true statement plant as it matures — perfect for spacious rooms, bright corners, and collectors who love bold colour.

☀️ Light

• Thrives in bright, indirect light

• Needs strong light to maintain vibrant yellow variegation

• Tolerates a touch of gentle morning sun

• Avoid harsh midday sun — yellow areas burn easily

💧 Water

• Water when the top 3–5 cm of soil are dry

• Keep lightly moist, never soggy

• Use a chunky, well-draining aroid mix (bark + perlite + pumice + coco coir)

• Drooping = thirsty

• Yellowing or mushiness = overwatered

🌫️ Humidity

• Prefers 60–80% humidity

• Larger leaves develop in higher humidity

• Dry air may cause crisping on variegated edges

🌡️ Temperature

• Ideal range: 20–30°C

• Avoid cold drafts or sudden temperature drops

• Never below 16°C

🍽️ Feeding

• Feed every 4–6 weeks in spring & summer

• Use a balanced fertilizer at half strength

• Pause feeding in winter

🌱 Growth Tips

• Grows large and upright — leave space for future height

• Rotate weekly for even colouring

• Wipe leaves to help photosynthesis and keep variegation bright

• May go dormant in winter; reduce watering

• Not pet-safe

💡 Big Plant Lad Wisdom

The Macrorrhiza Aurea is bright, bold, and beautifully tropical — a golden giant that brings sunshine energy and dramatic presence to any bright room. A showstopping favourite for collectors who love big leaves with unforgettable colour. 💛🌿✨