Here at Wild Interiors, we offer dozens of different varieties of plants. Everyone has their favorites for different reasons, but today we wanted to dive into more detail about one of our most often asked about plants; Alocasias! 

These stunning plants have large leaves, often with unique texture and veining. However, you may go to your store and find one, unable to find its variety. Some leaves are smooth and glossy, while others are matte and knobby. Naturally found in tropical rainforests, Alocasias are easy to care for and range from about 14-18 inches tall; this makes them the perfect size for shelves, desks, and tabletops! 

Before we jump into the kinds of Alocasias, let’s first cover some of the simple care tips for Alocasias.  

Water: Alocasias prefer to have moist soil. That doesn’t mean you should add a large amount of water but check your soil often and add some water when it feels dry. Overwatering your plant can lead to root rot, and none of us want to deal with that. 

Light: Alocasias prefer bright, but indirect lighting. If you keep them near a window that receives a lot of sun, make sure to use a sheer curtain to diffuse some light. You can keep Alocasias in the same spot all year, just be aware of the extra sunlight in the summer. 

Temperature: Alocasias prefer to be in a space between 65 and 85 degrees. They do like humidity, so a bathroom (with natural light) would be a good space. Do your best to keep them away from drafts and vents.  

Now that we’ve covered the care for these stunning foliage plants, we are ready to talk about the varieties we offer here at Wild Interiors.  

Alocasia Varieties 

Black Velvet 

This stunning Alocasia variety lives up to its name. With large, deep green leaves that mimic a velvet-like texture. Upon feeling the leaves, they do feel slightly softer than other Alocasia varieties. If you want a showstopper in your collection, this would be a terrific addition!