Alocasia baginda, a wild Alocasia

Alocasia baginda likes freshness. Watering should keep its roots cool and dry. In summer, wait until the soil surface has dried to one centimetre before watering. In winter, let the substrate dry out between watering.

Pournon-calcareous water (rainwater, for example) at room temperature over the soil.

After each watering, empty the stagnant water into the saucer.

Spraying foliage with non-calcareous water (e.g. Mineral water or rainwater) helps to maintain humidity levels.

Every spring, repot your Alocasia baginda to give it more space.

In a pierced pot, pour clay balls or small pebbles to optimize drainage. Then pour in a layer of ordinary potting soil enriched with a little perlite or river sand. Plant your Alocasia baginda, fill in with substrate and tamp.

Water to eliminate air bubbles and improve contact between roots and soil.

To promote the growth of your Alocasia baginda, apply fertilizer in spring and summer.

To promote growth and the appearance of new leaves, give your Alocasia baginda green plant fertilizer.

When dust accumulates on the leaves, the plant slows down its photosynthesis process and its growth. To keep your Alocasia baginda healthy, clean its foliage with a damp, clean cloth.

Alocasia baginda are toxic plants. Wash your hands after touching your plant, or wear gloves when handling it.

Cutting is carried out during the strong growth phase, generally in spring and early summer.

Take advantage of the annual repotting to remove the shoots that form on the outside of the plant. If necessary, separate them with pruning shears or a clean, sharp knife.

Prepare buckets with potting soil similar to that used for adult plants. Translucent pots are best. You'll be able to monitor root growth.

Place the bulbils on the surface, flat side down and pointed side up. Water and then place your bulbils in a greenhouse or transparent crate.