Alocasia Frydek Variegated
The Variegated Alocasia Frydek (Alocasia micholitziana ‘Frydek’ Variegata) is a rare aroid prized for its striking arrow-shaped leaves patterned with marbled sectors of creamy white and deep green. Native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, this cultivar displays dramatic venation and high contrast variegation, making it a collector’s favorite. Its growth habit is clumping, arising from underground corms that periodically produce offsets. Light: Requires bright, indirect light to maintain strong variegation. Insufficient light may reduce white patterning, while direct sun can scorch the delicate leaves.Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry slightly between waterings to prevent root and corm rot.Soil: Prefers a loose, well-draining aroid mix rich in organic matter. A blend incorporating peat or coco coir, orchid bark, and perlite ensures proper aeration and moisture balance.Bloom: Infrequent in indoor cultivation. When ma