The Ultimate Alocasia Watering Guide: Avoid Yellow Leaves & Rot

Hand carefully watering alocasia plant soil ensuring proper moisture.

Welcome, Fellow Alocasia Admirer! Let’s Talk Watering. Hello there, plant friend! If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve fallen for the dramatic beauty of Alocasias. Whether it’s the striking veins of a ‘Polly’, the velvety leaves of a ‘Black Velvet’, or the striped stems of a ‘Zebrina’, these plants – often called Jewel Alocasias or … Read more

Best Soil Mix for Alocasia: Easy DIY Recipe for Growth & Drainage

Close-up texture shot of the best soil mix for alocasia, featuring chunky orchid bark, perlite, and coco coir.

Hey fellow Alocasia lovers! Alex here. If you’ve welcomed one of these stunning ‘jewel’ Alocasias into your home, you already know they possess a unique beauty. But let’s be honest, sometimes they can seem a little particular, especially when it comes to their soil! Finding the best soil mix for alocasia can feel like cracking a secret code, but … Read more

Alocasia Fungus Gnats: Identify, Eliminate & Prevent These Pests

Close-up of vibrant Alocasia Polly leaf over dark soil, illustrating care tips for fungus gnats alocasia.

Hey Alocasia Lovers! Let’s Tackle Those Tiny Black Flies Buzzing Around Hello fellow Alocasia enthusiasts! If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve noticed some unwelcome little visitors flitting around your prized Alocasia plants. You know the ones – those tiny, dark flies that seem to appear out of nowhere and hang around the soil. Yep, … Read more

Thrips on Alocasia: How to Spot and Eradicate These Tiny Pests

Close-up of an Alocasia leaf showing silvery stippling and black specks, indicating damage from thrips on alocasia.

Alocasias, with their stunning, often jewel-like leaves, are true showstoppers in any houseplant collection. Whether it’s the velvety darkness of a ‘Black Velvet’, the striking veins of a ‘Polly’, or the architectural stems of a ‘Zebrina’, these plants capture our hearts. But sometimes, unwelcome guests try to crash the party. If you’ve noticed strange silvery … Read more

Spider Mites on Alocasia: Your Guide to Identification & Effective Treatment

Close-up of Alocasia leaf showing subtle stippling, an early sign of spider mites on alocasia.

Hello fellow Alocasia lovers! It’s Alex here, your friendly neighborhood Alocasia aficionado. We all adore these stunning plants, often called ‘jewels’ of the houseplant world, right? From the striking veins of a ‘Polly’ to the deep allure of a ‘Black Velvet’, they bring so much drama and beauty to our homes. But sometimes, uninvited guests … Read more

Why Is My Alocasia Drooping? Your Step-by-Step Revival Guide

Close-up photo showing slight alocasia drooping on one leaf against a background of healthy leaves.

That Sinking Feeling: When Your Stunning Alocasia Starts to Droop Okay, deep breaths, fellow plant parent. You walk over to admire your gorgeous Alocasia – maybe a striking ‘Polly’ or a velvety ‘Black Velvet’ – and your heart sinks. Those magnificent leaves, usually standing proud, are drooping. Limp. Sad-looking. It’s a feeling many Alocasia owners … Read more

Alocasia Brown Leaf Tips: 7 Causes, Fixes & Prevention Guide

Close-up view of characteristic alocasia brown leaf tips on a green leaf.

Uh Oh, Brown Tips! Decoding Distress Signals from Your Jewel Alocasia Aren’t Alocasias just stunning? With their dramatic shapes and striking patterns, these ‘jewel’ plants bring such a wow factor to our homes. Whether you’re nurturing an iconic ‘Polly’, a velvety ‘Black Velvet’, or a striped ‘Zebrina’, watching a new leaf unfurl is pure plant … Read more

Alocasia Jacklyn Care: Expert Tips for Thriving (Unique Sulawesi Native)

Healthy Alocasia Jacklyn leaf close-up highlighting unique texture, demonstrating proper alocasia jacklyn care.

Hello fellow plant enthusiasts! Alex here, and if you’re reading this, chances are you’ve either welcomed the stunning Alocasia Jacklyn into your home or you’re dreaming about it. And who could blame you? With its dramatic leaves and unique texture, this plant is a real showstopper. But like many ‘jewel’ Alocasias, it has specific needs … Read more

Ultimate Alocasia Melo Care Guide (Soil, Light, Troubleshooting Tips)

Detailed close-up of a healthy Alocasia Melo leaf showcasing its unique rugose texture, relevant to alocasia melo care.

Hello fellow plant enthusiasts! If you’ve recently welcomed an Alocasia Melo into your home, congratulations! You’re now the proud plant parent of one truly spectacular specimen. With its incredibly textured, almost sculptural leaves, the Melo is a definite standout in the beloved ‘Jewel Alocasia’ family. Now, I know Alocasias sometimes carry a reputation for being … Read more

Why Are My Alocasia Leaves Turning Yellow? 7 Causes & Easy Fixes

Close-up of Alocasia leaves turning yellow indicating common houseplant health issues and causes.

That Sinking Feeling: When Your Stunning Alocasia Starts Yellowing Okay, fellow plant parent, let’s talk about something that can make even seasoned growers a little anxious: seeing those beautiful, often dramatic leaves on your Alocasia starting to turn yellow. Whether you have a striking ‘Polly’, a velvety ‘Black Velvet’, or a statuesque ‘Zebrina’, these plants … Read more