Alocasia Amazonica
Alocasia × amazonica
A dramatic statement plant featuring glossy, arrow-shaped leaves with striking white veining that creates a bold contrast against the dark green foliage. This hybrid alocasia brings tropical elegance to any space with its architectural form and eye-catching presence that never fails to impress guests.
Harvest
N/Ad
Days to harvest
Sun
Bright
Zones
10–12
USDA hardiness
Height
2-10 feet
Complete Growing Guide
Soil: Clay, Loam (Silt), Sand. Soil pH: Acid (<6.0), Neutral (6.0-8.0). Drainage: Good Drainage, Moist. Height: 2 ft. 0 in. - 10 ft. 0 in.. Spread: 2 ft. 0 in. - 10 ft. 0 in.. Spacing: 6-feet-12 feet. Growth rate: Rapid. Maintenance: Low. Propagation: Division.
Harvesting
Bloom time: Spring, Summer
Edibility: The corm and stem can be eaten but must be thoroughly cooked to destroy the calcium oxalate crystals. Once cooked, it can be used as a cooked vegetable added to soups and stews.
History & Origin
Origin: Tropical and Subtropical Asia To Eastern Australia
Advantages
- +Disease resistance: Store in a dry and cool location.
- +Edible: The corm and stem can be eaten but must be thoroughly cooked to destroy the calcium oxalate crystals. Once cooked, it can be used as a cooked vegetable added to soups and stews.
- +Fast-growing
- +Low maintenance
Considerations
- -Toxic (Bark, Flowers, Fruits, Leaves, Roots, Seeds, Stems): Medium severity
- -Causes contact dermatitis
Companion Plants
Plant Together
Boston Fern
Similar humidity and light requirements, helps maintain moisture in the air
Pothos
Thrives in similar indirect light conditions and helps purify air
Peace Lily
Enjoys high humidity and filtered light, creates complementary tropical environment
Philodendron
Compatible moisture and temperature needs, both prefer consistently moist soil
Calathea
Similar humidity requirements and shade tolerance, creates lush tropical grouping
Monstera Deliciosa
Complementary growth habits and identical care requirements for tropical conditions
Spider Plant
Helps increase local humidity through transpiration, tolerates similar light conditions
ZZ Plant
Low maintenance companion that thrives in similar indirect light without competing for resources
Keep Apart
Cactus
Requires dry conditions that conflict with Alocasia's high humidity needs
Lavender
Prefers dry, well-draining soil and low humidity, opposite of Alocasia requirements
Rosemary
Mediterranean herb requiring dry conditions and full sun, incompatible with tropical humidity needs
Pests & Disease Resistance
Resistance
Susceptible to root rot and fungal issues in poor conditions
Common Pests
Spider mites, aphids, scale insects
Diseases
Root rot, crown rot, leaf spot, powdery mildew