Alocasia gigantea 'Aurea Variegata' is a rare, tropical, elephant-ear plant prized for its massive, rippled leaves featuring striking yellow-green variegation. It is a fast-growing, dramatic houseplant (sometimes mistaken for A. gageana aurea) that requires bright, indirect light and high humidity. Key Care & Characteristics
Light: Bright, indirect light is necessary for the variegation; direct sun will scorch the leaves.
Water: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, letting the top inch dry out between waterings to prevent root rot.
Humidity & Temp: Thrives in 60-80% humidity and temperatures between 65–85°F (18–29°C).
Size: Can grow quite large, with leaves reaching up to 3-4 feet long. While the species can reach over 15 feet in nature, it is often kept smaller indoors.
Soil: Use a well-draining aroid mix, often incorporating perlite or coconut coir.
Toxicity: Toxic to pets and children if ingested.
Estimated shipping date:Â To be calculated
Ships and local pickup from:Â San Antonio, TX
Shipping fee:Â $13
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Alocasia gigantea 'Aurea Variegata' is a rare, tropical, elephant-ear plant prized for its massive, rippled leaves featuring striking yellow-green variegation. It is a fast-growing, dramatic houseplant (sometimes mistaken for A. gageana aurea) that requires bright, indirect light and high humidity. Key Care & Characteristics
Light: Bright, indirect light is necessary for the variegation; direct sun will scorch the leaves.
Water: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, letting the top inch dry out between waterings to prevent root rot.
Humidity & Temp: Thrives in 60-80% humidity and temperatures between 65–85°F (18–29°C).
Size: Can grow quite large, with leaves reaching up to 3-4 feet long. While the species can reach over 15 feet in nature, it is often kept smaller indoors.
Soil: Use a well-draining aroid mix, often incorporating perlite or coconut coir.
Toxicity: Toxic to pets and children if ingested.
Estimated shipping date:Â To be calculated
Ships and local pickup from:Â San Antonio, TX
Shipping fee:Â $13
Sales tax:
Returns and exchanges:
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Shipping fee:
$13
Ships from:
San Antonio, TX
Estimated shipping date:Â Mon/Tue
Ships and local pickup from:Â San Antonio, TX
Shipping fee:Â $13
Sales tax:
Returns and exchanges:
Estimated shipping date:Â Mon/Tue
Ships and local pickup from:Â San Antonio, TX
Shipping fee:Â $13
Sales tax:
Returns and exchanges:
Communication
•
138
Quick shipper
•
145
Great packaging
•
154
Item as described
•
152
Fair pricing
•
133
Friendly
•
148
Understanding
•
98
On time meet-up
•
18
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Wounded in Iraq on Valentine’s Day 2006. What tried to end me planted something new. Now I grow resilience and curate plant collections all over USA!