How to grow and care for Alocasia odora
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Alocasia odora, Asian Taro
Alocasia odora 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
18C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Alocasia odora
How often should I water?
check Alocasia odora 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
Light & Location
How much light does a Alocasia odora need?
Bright direct
Bright indirect
Grow light
Light preference
Alocasia odora 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!
0
20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Houseplant temperate preference
-15
18~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Alocasia odora at home, make sure the temperature is 18~24℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
0
40~70%
100
Alocasia odora prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
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
Alocasia odora is a member of Araceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Habitat | South East Asia |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Alocasia |
| Species | Alocasia odora |
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