How to care for a Alocasia Portora

How To Care for an Alocasia Portora

Sunlight requirements

Thrives in bright indirect light. Can benefit from a few hours of direct sun in the morning. Not suited for low light conditions or direct afternoon sun.

Watering requirements

Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing about half the soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light. This plant can benefit from higher humidity.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This plant may NOT be suitable for a home with pets.

Fun Fact

The Alocasia Portora is a hybrid created by crossing the Alocasia odora with the deeply lobed Alocasia portei. This match-up gives you the best of both worlds: the impressive, sturdy upright habit of the odora and the uniquely ruffled edges of the portei!

Plant Origin

South Florida

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Alocasia Portora:
  • Yellow leaves, wet potting mix: 

Overwatering

  • Drooping, leaf curl, dry potting mix: 

Thirsty plant, underwatered

  • Leaf drop, etiolation: 

Not enough light