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1Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Aurea Variegata'
- Taxonomy
- Family: Araceae · Genus: Alocasia7
- Plant type
- Perennial, tuberous arum (Araceae); the yellow variegated form of Alocasia macrorrhizos.
- Native distribution
- Horticulturally derived form; the base species is native from Southeast Asia to Queensland.3
- Height / growth form
- Over time, it develops a trunk; huge, glossy, heart-shaped leaves on strong petioles, with lime, yellow-green, and golden-yellow marbling and sectors.2
Still missing: natural habitat, flowering period, growth & dormancy period.
Sources (7)
- Foliage Factory – Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Aurea Variegata'
- Foliage Factory – Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Aurea Variegata' · Height / growth form
- Foliage Factory – Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Aurea Variegata' · Native distribution
- Foliage Factory – Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Aurea Variegata'
- Orange Lake Nursery – Alocasia macrorrhiza Yellow Variegated
- FINN.no – Alocasia odora batik aurea (hirdetés)
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy – Alocasia macrorrhizos · Scientific name · CC BY 4.0
Automatic data comes from the open sources above, credited per their licences. Care experience is shown separately below.
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How it thrives
Watermediumparent species data
Lightfull sun
Humidityhighgeneral genus data
Min. temperature15 °Cparent species dataNo monthly schedule is shown because cultivar-/species-level data is not yet sufficient. The general values above are guidance only.
Needs plenty of bright indirect light, warmth and high humidity to keep its size and colour; direct sun can scorch the yellow areas.
Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Aurea Variegata' – what to know
Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Aurea Variegata' is a cultivar of Alocasia macrorrhizos (Araceae). Native range: Horticulturally derived form; the base species is native from Southeast Asia to Queensland. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: medium; min. 15 °C. One Perfect Plants Club member grows it (1 photos). For cats: moderately toxic; for dogs: moderately toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
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Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Aurea Variegata'?
Moderately: water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, and never let it sit in standing water.
How much light does Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Aurea Variegata' need?
It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.
How cold can Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Aurea Variegata' get?
Keep it above 15 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.
Is Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Aurea Variegata' toxic to cats and dogs?
For cats: moderately toxic; for dogs: moderately toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
What members’ data shows
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Data sources: GBIF.org – Alocasia macrorrhizos (CC BY 4.0) · Care data is for guidance only.
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