{"product_id":"alocasia-zebrina","title":"Alocasia zebrina","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAlocasia zebrina\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlocasia zebrina\u003c\/em\u003e is a Philippine species known for pale green petioles marked with irregular dark striping. The leaves are glossy, green and narrow-sagittate, but the striped petioles are the plant’s most distinctive feature. Mature plants grow upright from a corm and can become tall indoors when light, warmth and root space are steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe leaf blades are smooth and arrow-shaped, with pointed front lobes and long tapering rear lobes. New leaves emerge as folded spears, rise on their petioles, then open into glossy green blades. This growth pattern means the plant often gains height before it gains width. The corm sits at the base of the plant and produces both roots and new shoots; mature plants can also form offsets or small corms around the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures of Alocasia zebrina\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e glossy narrow sagittate leaves with long rear lobes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePetioles:\u003c\/strong\u003e pale green stems with dark brown to dark green irregular striping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e upright corm-based growth with long petioles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor scale:\u003c\/strong\u003e medium to tall once established, depending on light, warmth and root volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Philippines, where the species grows in warm rainforest conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare for Alocasia zebrina\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect light keeps petioles firmer and helps prevent weak stretched growth. Gentle morning sun can suit acclimated plants, but harsh sun can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e water thoroughly, then let the upper part of the substrate dry before watering again. The corm performs best when periods of moisture are followed by airflow through the substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e use a loose aroid mix with bark, pumice or perlite, coco fibre and a small moisture-retentive fraction. The mix should stay open around the corm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e around 60–80% humidity supports smoother leaf expansion and fewer dry edges, but stable care matters more than chasing exact numbers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep the plant warm, ideally 20–28 °C. Cold conditions slow root and shoot growth quickly, especially if the pot is damp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e feed moderately during active growth with a diluted complete fertiliser. Overfeeding can leave salts in the substrate and mark the leaf edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e mature plants can become top-heavy because of their long petioles. Use a draining inner pot and a heavier outer pot if the plant starts to lean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e separate offsets or corms only when they are firm and show active growth. Young plants establish best in a small airy pot with warmth and humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon issues with Alocasia zebrina\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSudden drooping:\u003c\/strong\u003e can follow dry roots, saturated lower mix, cold exposure or transport stress. Check the substrate before adding more water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong weak petioles:\u003c\/strong\u003e usually point to too little light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeveral yellow leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e often indicate root stress from excess moisture, cold roots or a tired substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrisp leaf edges:\u003c\/strong\u003e dry air, heat stress or salt build-up can damage the glossy blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests:\u003c\/strong\u003e thrips and spider mites can appear on leaf undersides and inside newly emerging spears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin and name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlocasia zebrina\u003c\/em\u003e grows in warm lowland and lower-montane rainforest environments in the Philippines, where roots remain active in consistently warm conditions. The species was formally described in 1862 and entered cultivation in the nineteenth century. The name \u003cem\u003ezebrina\u003c\/em\u003e refers to the zebra-like striping on the petioles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant safety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlocasia zebrina\u003c\/em\u003e contains irritating calcium oxalate crystals in the leaves, petioles and corm. If plant tissue is eaten or gets into the mouth, it can irritate the lips, tongue, mouth and throat, with drooling, swelling, vomiting or swallowing difficulty possible. Keep it away from pets and children, and wash hands after pruning, repotting or division.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAlocasia zebrina\u003c\/em\u003e G.W.Johnson \u0026amp; R.Hogg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Araceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Philippines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth type:\u003c\/strong\u003e corm-forming Alocasia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e growers who want a tall Alocasia with striped petioles and clean green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd \u003cem\u003eAlocasia zebrina\u003c\/em\u003e if you want a Philippine species with striped stems, glossy arrow-shaped leaves and clear corm-based care cues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-baby-plant-02.webp?v=1779664377\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-baby-plant-03.webp?v=1779664377\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-baby-plant-01.webp?v=1779664377\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-foliage-02.webp?v=1779664378\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-10_6a16945a-e853-41f6-b6f5-90d09bd91780.webp?v=1779664377\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-11_0bc6b8a9-f672-49b9-89d3-8366eab4a2ff.webp?v=1779664377\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-05_5315a3fa-d056-4104-aa58-20402eaaed4f.webp?v=1779664377\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-06_fa52b356-c1e7-44c3-9b76-4d1b0e4aeae9.webp?v=1779664377\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-01_158243ce-4d4f-44a2-8f61-f905b57cb0e6.webp?v=1779664377\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-12_e4fce6c3-0367-4391-a671-8e2752cc7cb5.webp?v=1779664377\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-foliage-03.webp?v=1779664378\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-08_01eedda1-5feb-40e2-957c-09dad7289031.webp?v=1779664377\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-02_e558a278-4905-4dc6-ba68-811daa23cd3a.webp?v=1779664378\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-09_07d49d24-e193-41b2-aed7-0874656e521c.webp?v=1779664378\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-04_9a9f8d6b-68d4-4457-b673-1aa552e62a58.webp?v=1779664377\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foliage Factory","offers":[{"title":"Baby (XS)","offer_id":48369834328309,"sku":"MM-MEC-1085","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":48369834361077,"sku":"MM-MEC-1087","price":19.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":48369834393845,"sku":"MM-FORE66","price":29.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":48369834426613,"sku":"MM-AMM7","price":88.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/8274\/2261\/files\/alocasia-zebrina-foliage-04.webp?v=1783284073","url":"https:\/\/nortrano.com\/products\/alocasia-zebrina","provider":"nortrano","version":"1.0","type":"link"}