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How to grow and care for Alocasia odora 'Variegata Yellow'

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Alocasia odora 'Variegata Yellow'

Alocasia odora 'Variegata Yellow' 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright direct light

18C° ~25C°

Every 7 days

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Botany Encyclopedia

Genus : Alocasia

🏝️ Habitat Conditions

These plants grow in tropical regions around the world. They prefer warm and humid environments.

🪨 Soil Mix

Plants are sensitive to overwatering, so it's best to use soil with good aeration and drainage. For example, mix coco peat and perlite in a 1:1 ratio, or combine potting soil, akadama, mountain soil, perlite, and charcoal appropriately. Adjust the soil mix according to the situation and environment.

🌡️ Environment

This plant prefers temperatures between 18-30°C. In winter, keep it above 15°C. It likes a humid environment, so mist it or place a water dish nearby when it's dry. However, ensure good ventilation when humidity is high to prevent mold growth.

👀 Characteristics details

Plants with broad leaves are prone to spider mites and thrips. It's good to regularly wipe the leaves. While you can remove pests with a cotton swab or towel, this method has its limits. Using professional pesticides can make removal easier. Natural remedies like neem oil are safe but slow and weak in effect. In contrast, chemical pesticides are fast and effective but can be harmful to pets and children. Choose according to your situation. Using the same pesticide repeatedly can lead to resistance, so it's advisable to alternate between two or more types. Plants with large leaves are vulnerable to wind, so place them in a location with gentle wind or provide support.

☀️ Light

Small plants thrive in indirect light rather than direct sunlight. Large plants can tolerate direct sunlight. Since plants tend to grow towards the light, rotating the pot periodically helps them grow evenly.

💧 Water

Plants like humid air, but their roots can easily become overwatered. Water them when the surface soil dries out.

🌱 Propagate

Propagation is usually done through offshoot separation. It is best to separate when the offshoot has more than two leaves, gently untangle the roots, and then plant.

🪴 Repot

Since it grows quickly, it's best to repot it every spring. For Alocasia, choosing a large pot because of its big leaves is not advisable. It tends to prefer slightly smaller pots, so be cautious when repotting. It's better to use a pot that is one to two sizes larger than the current one.

💊 Fertilize

Apply fertilizer 2-3 times during spring and summer, following the recommended dosage for more vigorous growth. You may adjust the amount based on the plant's size and light exposure. Avoid fertilizing immediately after repotting; wait 2-4 weeks before applying fertilizer.

🌺 Flower

If there is enough light and high humidity indoors, the plant may bloom, but it doesn't bloom every year and flowering is rare. After the flowers fade, a large amount of pollen is released, so it's best for people with allergies to remove them beforehand. Removing the flower stalk can help the leaves grow larger.

😵 Toxicity

Be cautious with pets and young children as it is toxic.

Species : Alocasia odora 'Variegata Yellow'

🔖 Care Tips

Overwatering can easily cause stem rot. If rot occurs, it is best to remove all the affected parts to prevent further spread.

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How to water Alocasia odora 'Variegata Yellow'

How often should I water?

check Alocasia odora 'Variegata Yellow' Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently

When do I need to water?

the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry

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Light & Location

How much light does a Alocasia odora 'Variegata Yellow' need?

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Bright direct light

Bright indirect light

Grow light

Light preference

Alocasia odora 'Variegata Yellow' likes Bright direct light, Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.

Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!

This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!

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20K~

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20K

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Temperature

Houseplants

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18~25℃

45

Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Alocasia odora 'Variegata Yellow' at home, make sure the temperature is 18~25℃.

Humidity

Ideal humidity

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50~70%

100

Alocasia odora 'Variegata Yellow' prefers humidity about 50~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.

Fertilize

Collective Knowhow

When should I fertilize?

Only when your plant is healthy

How frequently should I fertilize?

1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.

Characteristic

The taxonomic classification of Alocasia odora 'Variegata Yellow' is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Liliopsida, Order: Alismatales, Family: Araceae, Genus: Alocasia, Species: Alocasia odora 'Variegata Yellow'

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
HabitatSouth East Asia
Taxonomy
Taxonomy NameTaxonomy Value
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassLiliopsida
OrderAlismatales
FamilyAraceae
GenusAlocasia
SpeciesAlocasia odora 'Variegata Yellow'

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