Healthy Alocasia leaf with icons for light, water, humidity and soil.

Alocasia Care Basics

This is your zero‑to‑hero crash‑course in keeping any Alocasia alive indoors. Master these four pillars and you’ll prevent 90 % of common problems.

1. Light Requirements

Bright, indirect light is non‑negotiable. See our detailed light guide to learn how to measure PPFD and place your plant correctly.

2. Watering Rhythm

Skip the calendar. Use the knuckle test or a moisture meter and water when the top 2 cm are dry.

3. Humidity Targets

Keep relative humidity above 60 %. If you struggle, bookmark our humidifier picks or try a pebble tray.

4. Perfect Soil Mix

A chunky mix drains fast yet holds moisture. Start with orchid bark, perlite and coco coir. Full recipe in our soil guide.

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