Alocasia azlanii
Alocasia azlanii
Jewel Alocasia
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Description
Alocasia azlanii is a striking jewel alocasia prized for its metallic, iridescent leaves flushed with deep green, plum, and pink veins. Compact yet dramatic, it shines as a collector’s statement plant when given warm temps, bright filtered light, and high humidity.
Common Names
Jewel AlocasiaAzlanii AlocasiaPurple Jewel Alocasia
Context
nativeRegion
Borneo (Malaysia), tropical rainforest understory
usdaZones
10–12 outdoors; commonly grown indoors elsewhere
companionPlants
Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale', Anthurium clarinervium, Philodendron micans, Calathea orbifolia, Peperomia polybotrya
culturalUses
Ornamental houseplant and terrarium specimen valued by collectors for its iridescent foliage.
Care
Care Requirements
LightBright, indirect light; gentle morning sun is fine, avoid harsh midday rays.
WateringKeep evenly moist but not soggy; let top 1–2 in of mix dry between waterings. Reduce in winter.
SoilAiry, fast-draining aroid mix (bark, perlite/pumice, peat/coir, a bit of sphagnum/charcoal).
FertilizerHalf-strength balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks in spring–summer; pause in fall–winter.
HumidityHigh humidity 60–80% preferred; use a humidifier or pebble tray if air is dry.
TemperatureWarm 65–85°F (18–29°C); avoid drafts and temps below 60°F (16°C).
Growth & Life Cycle
HabitCorm-forming herbaceous perennial with upright petioles and heart-shaped, metallic leaves.
Mature Size12–18 in tall and wide; leaves 6–8 in long.
Growth RateSlow to moderate, faster in warm, bright, humid conditions.
BloomingOccasional small spadix/spathe; not showy and rare indoors.
DormancyMay semi-dormant in cool/low light; can drop leaves and resprout from corm in spring.
Propagation
MethodsDivision of corms/offsets, Rhizome division, Tissue culture (commercial)
DifficultyIntermediate
Best SeasonSpring to early summer
Maintenance & Notes
PruningRemove yellow or damaged leaves at the base with sterile shears; wipe foliage to prevent dust and mites.
RepottingRepot every 12–18 months or when rootbound; increase pot size slightly and refresh chunky mix.
Pests & DiseasesSusceptible to spider mites, thrips, and mealybugs; root rot from overwatering; occasional fungal leaf spots.
ToxicityToxic if ingested (insoluble calcium oxalate). Can cause oral irritation; sap may irritate skin.
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