Which Alocasia variety to choose?

The Alocasia genus offers a great diversity of shapes, colors, and sizes. Here is how Alocasia Zebrina stands out from other varieties in our catalog:

• Alocasia Zebrina (this plant): spectacular yellow-green striped stems with horizontal black-purple patterns, dark green foliage, very decorative. Decorative stem version.
• Alocasia Wentii: bronze green foliage with spectacular purple-red undersides, pronounced veins. Elegant bicolor version.
• Alocasia Lauterbachiana: elegant elongated wavy leaves, upright and airy habit. Elongated graphic version.
• Alocasia Cucullata: shiny green heart-shaped foliage, very robust and easy. Easy green version.
• Alocasia Polly (Amazonica): dark green foliage with silvery white veins, compact habit. Classic graphic version.
• Alocasia Bambino Arrow: compact arrow-shaped foliage with marked veins. Elegant compact version.
• Alocasia Red Secret: burgundy red foliage evolving to green. Spectacular colorful version.
• Alocasia Gageana California: very large thick leaves with very pronounced veins. Textured XXL version.
• Alocasia Regal Shield: very large shield-shaped leaves with deep purple undersides. Majestic XXL version.
• Alocasia Macrorrhiza: huge shiny green leaves, very imposing habit. Giant tropical version.

Why choose Alocasia Zebrina? If you are looking for an Alocasia with spectacular striped stems that create a striking visual effect even without foliage, Zebrina is the perfect choice. It is a highly sought-after collector's plant for its unique petioles.

Exposure & location

Alocasia Zebrina enjoys bright indirect light to maintain its vibrant dark green foliage and reveal its spectacular striped stems. It tolerates partial shade but prefers a bright location for vigorous growth.

• Exposure: bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct sunlight.
• Ideal: living room, office, bedroom, or room with a window without direct sunlight.
• Temperature: 18 to 27 °C, without sudden changes.
• Substrate: light, airy, and well-draining, universal potting soil with perlite.

Verdeia tip: place the Alocasia Zebrina where its spectacular striped stems are clearly visible and create a graphic focal point.

Watering & care

• Watering: moderate; let the top 2-3 cm of substrate dry out between waterings.
• Frequency: about once a week in spring-summer, reduce to once every 2 weeks in winter.
• Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and well-draining substrate.
• Humidity: enjoys 60-70% humidity, mist occasionally or place near other plants.
• Fertilizer: once a month in spring-summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
• Cleaning: gently wipe leaves and stems with a damp cloth to preserve their shine and reveal the striped patterns.

The Alocasia prefers a slightly moist substrate but never waterlogged — avoid excess water that causes leaves to yellow.

Decor ideas & plant pairings

With its spectacular striped stems and dark green foliage, the Alocasia Zebrina adds a touch of sophistication and character to your urban jungle. It creates a unique and graphic focal point.

• To pair with: Calathea, Maranta, Fittonia, Peperomia, or other plants with graphic foliage to create a sophisticated and contrasting urban jungle.
• Ideal pot: matte ceramic decorative pot (white, gray, black) or woven basket to highlight the spectacular striped stems.
• Atmosphere: perfect as an accent plant in a living room, office, or bedroom to add a touch of graphic sophistication.

The spectacular striped stems create a striking visual effect that brings sophistication and unique character to your plant decor.

Verdeia Tips

• Provide bright indirect light: to keep its dark green foliage vibrant and reveal its zebra stems.
• Gently wipe the stems: to preserve their spectacular zebra patterns and shine.
• Mist the foliage: to enhance its tropical freshness and maintain humidity.
• Avoid drafts: Alocasia is sensitive to temperature changes.
• Enjoy its rarity: the Alocasia Zebrina is a highly sought-after collector's plant for its unique stems.

A true tropical gem, the Alocasia Zebrina captivates with its spectacular zebra stems adorned with horizontal black-purple patterns creating a striking contrast. An iconic collector's plant ideal for bringing sophistication and graphic character to your urban jungle.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name: Alocasia zebrina
• Common name: Alocasia Zebrina, Zebra Elephant Ear
• Family: Araceae
• Origin: tropical forests of Southeast Asia
• Adult size: up to 80–100 cm indoors
• Exposure: bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct sunlight
• Watering: moderate, let the top 2-3 cm dry out between waterings
• Care: easy (perfect for beginners)
• Toxicity to animals: toxic (calcium oxalate crystals)
• Decorative style: Graphic / Iconic / Sophisticated
• Particularity: spectacular yellow-green zebra stems with horizontal black-purple patterns, dark green arrow-shaped foliage, air-purifying plant, easy to care for, highly sought-after collector's plant, decorative even without foliage

Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of the zebra patterns and the density of the foliage naturally vary.