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ornamentalFamily: AraceaeGenus: Alocasia
Cultivar
Stingray Alocasia
Alocasia 'Stingray'
Cultivar: Stingray
With its iconic, mottled stems and ruffled leaves that taper into long, thin tails, the Alocasia 'Stingray' is a true conversation starter. This tropical beauty thrives in bright, indirect light and rewards the grower with sculptural foliage that stands out in any collection. It is a preferred choice for collectors seeking unusual leaf forms and a bold, exotic aesthetic.
The Alocasia 'Stingray' is a distinctive tropical plant recognized for its unique, ray-shaped foliage and long, elegant tails. It provides a striking architectural presence in indoor environments.
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Plant Detail
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Repotting / Start Growing
Begin with a starter plant and establish it in a larger pot using quality potting soil with beneficials and fertilizer.
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Plant Profile
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Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
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Sun
Bright, indirect light. Avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can burn the sensitive leaves.
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Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged; allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
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Mature size
3-5 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide
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Hardiness
10-12
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Growth habit
Clumping upright tropical
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Plant type
Tropical foliage plant
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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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Growing note
As an aroid, it appreciates consistent warmth and high ambient humidity. Keep the plant away from direct cold drafts or heating vents, which can cause leaf edge browning.
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Climate note
Prefers temperatures between 65°F and 85°F. Protect from temperatures consistently below 60°F.
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Flower / fruit
Rarely flowers indoors; produces typical aroid inflorescence of a spathe and spadix.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Bright, indirect light. Avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can burn the sensitive leaves.
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Growth rate
Moderate
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Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced, water-soluble liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the active growing season.
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Pruning
Carefully remove older, yellowing leaves at the base of the petiole to maintain plant vigor and appearance.
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Care notes
As an aroid, it appreciates consistent warmth and high ambient humidity. Keep the plant away from direct cold drafts or heating vents, which can cause leaf edge browning.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
3-5 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide
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Growth habit
Clumping upright tropical
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Spacing
2-3 feet apart
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Rarely flowers indoors; produces typical aroid inflorescence of a spathe and spadix.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
10-12
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Temperature
Prefers temperatures between 65°F and 85°F. Protect from temperatures consistently below 60°F.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Keep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged; allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
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Soil
Requires a well-draining, airy aroid mix composed of ingredients like perlite, orchid bark, and coco coir.
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Soil pH
5.5-6.5
More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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Container Growing
Ideal for containers; ensure the pot provides excellent drainage to support healthy root development.
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Family
Araceae
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Foliage Look
Lush, deep green, wavy-margined leaves with elongated, trailing tips.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves must be arrowhead-shaped with an extended tail; petioles should feature distinct dark brown or green mottling.
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Fruit Flower Look
Rare, inconspicuous cream-colored aroid spathe and spadix.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Do not depict flowers on juvenile starter plants as they are not a standard feature of the ornamental foliage.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain an upright, clumping stature; ensure the crown of the plant remains above the soil surface during repotting.
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Mature Plant Look
Tall, dramatic architectural plant featuring distinctively ruffled, long-tailed leaves held on speckled petioles.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Large, upright, ruffled leaves with broad bases and very long, tapering tips that trail backwards.
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Morphology Rules
The petiole should be spotted or mottled. The leaf blade is broad at the base, narrowing to a long, thin, trailing point.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does an Alocasia Stingray need? It prefers bright, indirect sunlight to maintain its unique shape. Is the Alocasia Stingray easy to care for? It requires consistent moisture and humidity, making it best for intermediate growers. Why are the leaf tips turning brown? This is typically a response to low humidity levels or irregular watering.
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Root Look
Healthy, firm white or light brown roots within a well-draining plug.
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Soil Look
Dark, chunky, bark-filled, professional potting substrate.
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Starter Stage
Small, compact plant with several leaves that may show early signs of the distinctive tailing morphology.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Young leaves are often smaller with less pronounced elongation; stems may show faint mottling.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Stingray Alocasia. This is Stingray Alocasia, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Stingray Alocasia become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future indoor tropical foliage environment you want to create. The defining feature of this plant is its striking, ray-shaped leaf, which tapers into a long, dramatic tail and sits atop a beautifully mottled, speckled stem. Establish your starter plug by moving it into a four-inch pot with a quality, well-draining mix, later transitioning to a larger container once the plant is well-established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Alocasia Alocasia Stingray Tropical Plants Rare Houseplants Araceae Foliage Plants Indoor Gardening Plant Care Agardeni
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the Alocasia 'Stingray', a remarkable tropical houseplant known for its arching, ray-shaped foliage. This video covers essential care tips to help this architectural beauty thrive in your home collection.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing the Unique Alocasia Stingray: Care and Features
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