Alocasia Scalprum 6cm

🌿 Alocasia Scalprum Care Guide

The Scalprum is a sleek, sword-leaf Alocasia with narrow, elongated, deep-green foliage and pronounced veins. Compact but dramatic, it’s a rare gem that brings a bold, architectural edge to your plant collection.

☀️ Light

• Thrives in bright, indirect light

• Can adapt to medium light but may grow slower

• Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch slender leaves

💧 Water

• Keep soil evenly moist, but not soggy

• Allow the top layer to dry slightly between waterings

• Prefers a chunky, well-draining aroid mix

🌫️ Humidity

• Loves high humidity to keep foliage lush

• Mist lightly, use a pebble tray, or keep near a humidifier

• Dry air can cause browning tips

🍽️ Feeding

• Balanced liquid fertilizer every 2–4 weeks in spring and summer

• Hold off feeding in autumn and winter

🌱 Quick Tips

• Rotate occasionally for balanced growth

• Wipe leaves gently to keep them clean and breathing

• Not pet-safe — keep out of reach of cats and dogs

💡 Big Plant Lad Wisdom

The name Scalprum comes from “scalpel,” inspired by its blade-like leaves. This Alocasia may be small, but its unique shape and deep color make it stand out as a mini statement plant.