Alocasia lauterbachiana
Purple Sword Alocasia
Wild Species
£££ · RareLowNorthern New Guinea to the Bismarck Archipelago
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Morphology
leaf ShapeLong, narrow sword-like
leaf Length20-40 cm
leaf Width5-10 cm
petiole ColorGreen with reddish-purple blush
venationPinnate, prominent
textureCorrugated, leathery
variegationNone
growth HabitSelf-heading, upright
About
Alocasia lauterbachiana is a self-heading terrestrial aroid originating from the wet tropical habitats of Northern New Guinea to the Bismarck Archipelago. It thrives in warm, humid forest conditions, growing from a compact basal structure with fibrous feeder roots. This species is characterized by its upright habit and long, narrow, sword-like leaves with distinctive undulating margins. The upper surfaces are green, while the undersides typically exhibit darker purplish tones, making it a unique ornamental.
Climate Profile
OriginNorthern New Guinea to the Bismarck Archipelago
HumidityHigh humidity (70-80%)
TemperatureWarm (18-30°C)
LightBright Indirect Light
FamilyAraceae
GenusAlocasia