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At a Glance
Light Bright indirect
Water Every 5 days
Humidity 60–80%
Temp. 18–29 °C
Habit Upright
Growth Fast
Care Intermediate
Height 60–150 cm
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species Araceae ◉ Verified
Alocasia zebrina
Zebra Plant · Alocasia zebrina
(al-oh-KAY-see-ah zeh-BREE-nah)
At a Glance
Light Bright indirect
Water Every 5 days
Humidity 60–80%
Temp. 18–29 °C
Habit Upright
Growth Fast
Care Intermediate
Height 60–150 cm
Add to your collection
Origin & Habitat
Philippines.
Description
Green arrow/shield leaves held on tall petioles with distinctive zebra-like striping.
Tall upright Alocasia that grows from a rhizome/corm and can become a statement floor plant.
Botanical Notes
zebrina refers to zebra-like patterned petioles.
Accepted Alocasia species listed by POWO. Popular for upright shield leaves on striped petioles.
Care Guide
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.
Repotting
Repot when roots/corms fill the pot, ideally in warm active growth. Keep the corm/crown firm and not buried too deeply.
Feeding
Monthly at quarter to half strength during active growth. Reduce or pause feeding if the plant is resting or semi-dormant.
Common Problems
- Spider mites, thrips, leaf yellowing from overwatering, corm/root rot in cold wet mix, crispy edges from low humidity or missed watering.
Notes & Curiosities
- Bought for the stems as much as the leaves, which is very fair.
⚠ Toxicity: toxic to pets, toxic to humans. Araceae plant with insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; chewing can irritate the mouth, throat and digestive tract.