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title: "What kind of Alocasia is this and what care does it need?"
description: "What kind of Alocasia is this and what care does it need?"
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author: "DragonRose"
published: "2024-07-18T02:28:44.104045Z"
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# What kind of Alocasia is this and what care does it need?

_Posted by DragonRose on 2024-07-18_

What kind of Alocasia is this and what care does it need?

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## 5 comments

### AJ commented on 2024-07-18

looks like the leaves need some cleaning, a wet paper towel/cloth will do

#### DragonRose replied on 2024-07-18

I just got it so it needs some help

### NorbNeeb commented on 2024-07-18

This looks like a black velvet alocasia. Alocasias like chunkier mixes and their soil to stay moist. You can also just use leca balls, perlite, etc. instead of your regular mix.

#### NorbNeeb replied on 2024-07-18

Also no intense light!!! Mine are in bright indirect light and thriving

### Josie commented on 2024-07-18

They defiantly need some care the coloring and formation of the leaves are off but I agree with a chunky mix! I do let mine get dry between watering and she gets super bright direct light and is thriving. Mine was a Walmart rescue. Alocasias also like to be in a humid environment. 50-70% humidity is their preference

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