light
Indoors, Alocasia require bright light. Plant in sun or shade during the growing season depending on the variety.
soil
This Aroid likes a well-drained, all-purpose potting soil with added bark and perlite. Combine 1 part all-purpose potting soil, 1 part orchid bark, 1 part perlite, 1/2 part charcoal, 1/2 part worm castings.
water
If indoors, allow the top inch of soil to dry between waterings. Outdoors water needs will vary depending on the amount of sun received.
fertilizer
Outdoors, alocasia are heavy feeders. Use a slow release fertilizer or fertilize each time you water. Indoors, fertilize during active growth.
tips and troubleshooting
If you plan to overwinter, cut foliage back after first frost, dig up tubers, remove soil and allow to dry overnight. Store in a cool (55-60 degrees F), dry location in vermiculite, perlite, or peat moss until early spring when it is time to plant.
