Alocasia Starter Set – Six Tropical Jewels to Begin Your Collection

The Alocasia Starter Set is a curated selection of six rare, beginner-friendly Alocasias chosen for their unique foliage and compact growth. Each variety displays its own texture, color, and personality — an invitation to explore the diversity of tropical aroids. Whether you’re starting your first plant shelf or expanding a collector’s lineup, this set offers an accessible way to experience the beauty of Alocasia species.

● What’s Inside the Alocasia Starter Set

Alocasia azlanii: Iridescent green leaves with violet undertones and vivid venation.
Alocasia reginula 'Ninja': Velvety black foliage that adds instant drama to any arrangement.
Alocasia micholitziana 'Green Velvet': Classic elongated leaves with bright white veins and soft texture.
Alocasia cuprea 'Red Secret': Glossy, copper-red lamina with metallic reflections under bright light.
Alocasia baginda 'Dragon Scale': Textured emerald leaves that resemble dragon hide.
Alocasia baginda 'Silver Dragon': Silvery, scale-like foliage with strong contrasting veins.

● Plant Size and Delivery Details

Each starter plug arrives well-rooted, approximately 2 cm in diameter and 10–15 cm tall. These young Alocasias adapt quickly to indoor conditions and will produce new leaves within weeks when provided with warmth and humidity.

● Potting and Substrate Recommendations

On arrival, pot the plants immediately into small containers about 1 cm wider than the plug. Use a free-draining aroid mix of coco coir, orchid bark, and perlite to maintain airflow around the roots. For more substrate ideas, visit our aroid substrate guide. Avoid large pots to reduce over-watering risk.

● Care Essentials for the Alocasia Starter Set

Light: Provide bright, filtered light to keep patterns crisp; avoid direct sun. Placement advice in our light guide.
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but never saturated. Allow the top layer to dry slightly between waterings. Learn more in our watering guide.
Humidity: Maintain 60–80 %; mist occasionally or group with other tropicals for a stable micro-climate.
Temperature: 18–26 °C; protect from cold drafts and sudden fluctuations.
Feeding: Apply diluted balanced fertilizer monthly during active growth for healthy roots and leaves.

● Troubleshooting and Growth Tips

Yellow or Drooping Leaves: Check drainage and adjust watering frequency.
Crispy Edges: Raise humidity or move away from direct airflow.
Pests: Inspect regularly; manage spider mites or thrips naturally with beneficial insect solutions.
Repotting: Wait 4–6 weeks before upsizing to allow roots to settle and strengthen.

● Safe Handling and Pet Notice

Like all Alocasia species, these plants contain calcium oxalate crystals and should be kept away from pets and small children. Handle with care when pruning or repotting.

● Why Choose the Alocasia Starter Set

This collection introduces the full range of Alocasia textures and colors — from the metallic cuprea to the velvety reginula. Each variety is carefully selected for balanced growth, resilience, and visual impact, giving both beginners and collectors a head start on building a diverse Alocasia collection. It’s an easy, rewarding way to explore tropical aroids without guesswork.

● Begin Your Alocasia Journey Today

With six distinctive plants in one box, the Alocasia Starter Set offers a dynamic introduction to tropical collecting. From shimmering greens to dark velvet tones, every plant brings a new leaf form to your home. Order your Alocasia Starter Set now and grow your personal rainforest — one rare leaf at a time.