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Alocasia Stingray

Alocasia macrorrhiza 'Stingray'

Also known as: Stingray Alocasia

⚠ïļ Toxic to petsAraceaeModerate to propagate

A complete guide to growing and propagating Alocasia Stingray: its care needs, how to take cuttings and root them, how long propagation takes, and how to fix the most common problems.

Alocasia Stingray care at a glance

☀ïļ Light
Bright, indirect light with some gentle direct sun.
💧 Water
Keep lightly moist; water when the top inch dries.
ðŸŠī Soil
Chunky, well-draining aroid mix.
ðŸ’Ļ Humidity
Prefers 60%+ humidity.
ðŸū Toxicity
Toxic to cats and dogs (insoluble calcium oxalates).

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How to propagate Alocasia Stingray

Division (corms / offsets)

Difficulty: ModerateTimeline: Corms sprout in 3-8 weeks in warm, humid conditions.
  1. Unpot and gently wash soil off the roots to expose the small round corms.
  2. Detach the firm corms and any rooted offsets from the mother plant.
  3. Set corms on moist sphagnum or perlite, pointed side up, half-exposed.
  4. Keep warm (70-80F) and humid under cover until roots and a leaf form.
  5. Pot up once the offset has roots and one or two leaves.

Common Alocasia Stingray problems & fixes

Yellow leaves

Usually overwatering. Let the soil dry more between waterings and confirm the pot drains well.

Brown, crispy leaf tips

Low humidity or salt buildup. Raise humidity and flush the soil with plain water occasionally.

Leggy growth / small new leaves

Too little light. Move to brighter indirect light and prune to encourage fuller growth.

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Toxicity notes are a general guide based on ASPCA-style classifications — if a pet ingests any houseplant, contact your vet. Care needs vary with your home's conditions.