ornamentalFamily: AraceaeGenus: AlocasiaSpecies: stingray

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Alocasia Stingray

Alocasia stingray

The Alocasia 'Stingray' is a bold, architectural tropical plant featuring dark green, heart-shaped leaves that taper into long, slender tails. Its upright growth habit and distinct leaf silhouette provide a sculptural element to any interior space or shaded garden spot. With its dramatic foliage and impressive stature, this plant creates an instant visual focal point.

Alocasia 'Stingray' is a striking tropical plant known for its unique, upward-pointing leaves that resemble the shape of a stingray. Its dramatic architecture makes it a popular centerpiece for indoor foliage collections.

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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 sun which can scorch the delicate foliage.

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Water

Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged; allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot.

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Mature size

3-5 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide.

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Hardiness

Zone 10-12 (Typically grown as a houseplant in cooler climates)

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Growth habit

Upright clumping

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Plant type

Tropical foliage plant

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Growing note

Thrives in high humidity environments; if kept indoors, consider placing it on a pebble tray or near a humidifier during winter months to prevent leaf tips from drying out.

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Climate note

Prefers warm temperatures between 65°F and 85°F; protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 60°F.

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Flower / fruit

Rarely flowers in indoor cultivation; grown primarily for its foliage.

Growing & Care

Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.

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Sun / light

Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun which can scorch the delicate foliage.

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Growth rate

Moderate

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Fertilizer

Use a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength once a month during the active growing season.

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Pruning

Remove yellowing or damaged lower leaves at the base of the petiole to maintain plant vigor and appearance.

Care notes

Thrives in high humidity environments; if kept indoors, consider placing it on a pebble tray or near a humidifier during winter months to prevent leaf tips from drying out.

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

Upright clumping

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Spacing

2-3 feet apart for optimal airflow and display.

Flower / Fruit

Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.

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Flowering / fruiting

Rarely flowers in indoor cultivation; grown primarily for its foliage.

Climate & Hardiness

Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.

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Hardiness zones

Zone 10-12 (Typically grown as a houseplant in cooler climates)

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Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures between 65°F and 85°F; protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 60°F.

Soil & Water

Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.

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Watering

Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged; allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot.

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Soil

Rich, well-draining, loose peat-based potting mix amended with perlite or orchid bark for aeration.

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Soil pH

5.5 - 6.5

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Container Growing

Excellent for container growing; ensure the pot has adequate drainage holes and use a slightly porous vessel to aid root health.

Family

Araceae

Foliage Look

Glossy, dark green, spade-shaped leaves with distinct, protruding, needle-like tails.

Foliage Rules

Leaves must show the signature 'stingray' tail shape; coloration should be deep, glossy green with paler green veining.

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Fruit Flower Look

Not applicable; primarily grown for ornamental foliage.

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Fruit Flower Rules

Flowers are rarely seen on starter plants and should not be a focal point in imagery.

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Growth Habit Rules

Maintain an upright, clumping profile; do not depict as a vining or spreading plant.

Mature Plant Look

Large, upright tropical specimen with deep green foliage standing 3 to 5 feet high.

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Mature Stage Morphology

Upright, sturdy petioles supporting broad, deeply veined leaves with distinct long, tapering points.

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Morphology Rules

Ensure consistent leaf morphology showing the transition from heart-shape to tapered tail as plants mature.

Plant Faqs

Does Alocasia 'Stingray' need high humidity? Yes, it prefers consistent humidity to keep the foliage looking its best. Is Alocasia 'Stingray' safe for pets? Like many other Alocasias, it contains calcium oxalates and should be kept away from curious pets. Why are the leaf tips browning? Brown tips are often a sign of low humidity or inconsistent watering.

Root Look

Healthy white to light brown fibrous root system appropriate for a tropical plug starter.

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Soil Look

Damp, dark, airy, well-structured potting medium with visible particles of perlite or bark.

Starter Stage

Young plants feature smaller, more rounded leaves that gradually develop the characteristic elongated tail as they mature.

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Starter Stage Morphology

Soft, fleshy stems with smaller cordate foliage; minimal branching typical of Alocasia juvenile stage.

Video Voiceover Script

Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Alocasia 'Stingray'. This is Alocasia 'Stingray', available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Alocasia 'Stingray' become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future indoor tropical environment you want to create. The defining beauty of this plant is its architectural foliage, featuring deep green, heart-shaped leaves that extend into slender, curving tails. Establish your starter by potting it into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining mix, later moving it to an appropriate final container when it has grown. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.

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Youtube Video Summary

The Alocasia 'Stingray' is a distinctive tropical plant prized for its architectural leaf shape. It makes an excellent statement piece for indoor foliage collections and bright, humid spaces.

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Growing the Unique Alocasia 'Stingray' Houseplant

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