Alocasia odora
East and Southeast Asia; verify exact country-level range in POWO before narrowing.
Large glossy green heart to shield-shaped leaves held upright on sturdy petioles.
Large rhizomatous elephant ear that can become trunk-like in warm climates.
odora means fragrant/scented.
Accepted Alocasia species listed by POWO. Large upright species often used in gardens and hybrid breeding.
Give bright filtered light, warmth, airflow and an airy but moisture-retentive aroid mix. Keep lightly moist while actively growing, but avoid cold wet media.
Repot when roots/corms fill the pot, ideally in warm active growth. Keep the corm/crown firm and not buried too deeply.
Monthly at quarter to half strength during active growth. Reduce or pause feeding if the plant is resting or semi-dormant.
- Spider mites, thrips, leaf yellowing from overwatering, corm/root rot in cold wet mix, crispy edges from low humidity or missed watering.
- One of the big green workhorse Alocasias behind many patio monsters.