Alocasia Macrorrhizos 'Stingray'


Sleek, structural, and wildly playful! The Stingray Alocasia features outward-facing, wing-like green leaves that flare out before extending into a long, whip-like tail—looking remarkably like a fleet of stingrays gliding through the air. Paired with sturdy, zebra-patterned stems, it is an instant conversation starter for any tropical collection.

  • Toxic to pets and children
  • Repot once a year
  • Fertilize once a month
  • Average water
  • Bright, indirect light

About Alocasia Macrorrhizos 'Stingray'

Origin

Emerging as a captivating horticultural mutation from the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, this unique cultivar features wings and a pointed tail resembling a stingray. It brings a quirky, oceanic silhouette straight to your indoor jungle!

Air Purifying

Its wide, upward-pointing leaves actively capture airborne dust and absorb common indoor volatile organic compounds. It acts as a charming, living filter that freshens up the air quality in your home.

Toxicity

Keep this aquatic lookalike well out of reach of curious pets and children! Its tissues contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause immediate burning, swelling, and oral irritation if nibbled.

Caring for Alocasia Macrorrhizos 'Stingray'

Watering

Give it a thorough drink whenever the top 20% of soil feels dry, keeping the substrate evenly moist like a damp sponge. Take care not to overwater or leave it sitting in water, as soggy roots will quickly spell trouble.

Light and Placement

Place it in a brightly lit room where it can soak up plenty of bright, indirect sunlight throughout the day. Avoid harsh, direct afternoon rays that can scorch its unusual leaf fins and slender tail tips.

Nutrition

Boost its vigorous growth during spring and summer with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half-strength every two to three weeks. Hold off on feeding during autumn and winter when growth naturally slows down.

Repotting

Upgrade to a slightly larger pot every one to two years in spring to give its expanding root ball room to grow. Use a loose, breathable aroid mixture packed with orchid bark, perlite, and chunky coco coir.

Pruning and Flowering

Carefully cut off aging or drooping lower leaves near the main stem to encourage crisp new growth from the center. It rarely flowers indoors, but if it produces small spathes, you can leave them or trim them to save energy.

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Illness

Dry air and thirst can quickly invite pesky spider mites or cause the leaf tips to brown and crisp up. Maintain high humidity levels (60%+), wipe the unique leaves regularly, and ensure sharp drainage to avoid root rot.

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