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Alocasia stingray

Stingray Elephant Ear

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£15

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3
Middle half
-
Last sold
19 Sep 2026
On record
10
Cutting/cormEstimate
7cm3 sold
12cm3 on record
Mature1 sold
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About Alocasia stingray

Alocasia stingray, commonly known as the Stingray Elephant Ear, is an unusual cultivar known for its leaf morphology. The leaves are roundish-shield-shaped at the base, then contract sharply and suddenly into a long, thin, whip-like tail that points upwards, resembling a marine stingray. The leaves are glossy green and grow on slender petioles that are often green or show dark mottled bands.

Native range

Horticultural cultivar selection.

Classification

Genus
Alocasia
Family
Araceae
Type
Cultivar
Growth habit
Upright, clumping, tuberous
Form of
Alocasia macrorrhizos

Morphology

Leaf shape
Shield-shaped base with a long whip-like tail
Leaf length
30-50cm
Leaf width
20-30cm
Petiole colour
Slender green, sometimes mottled
Venation
Pinnate green primary veins
Texture
Smooth, glossy, leathery
Variegation
None
Growth habit
Upright clumping

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House of Kojo 17cm potSold out£33

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MonthMedianSold
Sep 2026£151
Aug 2026£71
Jul 2026£122
Jun 2026£102
May 2026£94

Before you buy

  • The plain green species is inexpensive and widely available, so be wary of inflated prices for unnamed 'giant Alocasia' listings
  • For 'Ivory Coast' or 'Variegated' forms, confirm the variegation pattern in photos matches the named form, as labelling is inconsistent in this group
  • Check the corm/root ball is firm; this species is generally rot-resistant but still vulnerable in waterlogged substrate
  • Factor in eventual size; this is one of the largest commonly available Alocasia species and will outgrow a small pot within a year or two

Alocasia stingray care

Substrate
Rich, well-draining mix: 40% potting compost, 30% orchid bark, 20% perlite, 10% horticultural charcoal. Tolerant of denser mixes than most Alocasia given its vigour.
Watering
Water thoroughly when the top few centimetres of substrate dry out. This species is thirstier and more forgiving of consistent moisture than most jewel Alocasias; avoid letting it dry out completely for long.
Humidity
50-70% for lush growth, though it tolerates average household humidity better than most Alocasia species.
Feeding
Balanced liquid fertiliser at full strength every 2-3 weeks during the growing season; this is a hungry, fast-growing plant.
Repotting
Annually while young, given its rapid growth rate; every 2 years once mature and sized to its final container.

Common problems

  • Yellowing lower leaves

    Cause: Natural leaf turnover as the plant grows, older leaves are shed as new ones emerge

    Fix: Remove spent leaves at the base; only investigate further if multiple leaves yellow at once

  • Reversion to green on variegated forms

    Cause: Insufficient light causing the plant to favour chlorophyll-rich green tissue

    Fix: Increase light levels and prune reverted all-green growth points to encourage variegated growth to dominate

  • Spider mites

    Cause: Dry indoor air, especially over winter

    Fix: Increase humidity and treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil at first sign of stippling

Gear for this plant

How to propagate Alocasia stingray

Methods
Rhizome division, Offset (corm/pup). Step-by-step guide
Difficulty
Easy. Forgiving of missed waterings, average home humidity, and imperfect light. A solid pick for beginners or low-fuss collections.
Time to establish
2-3 months
True from cuttings
Yes. Cuttings keep the cultivar's character.
Notes
Mature plants readily produce basal offsets that can be divided once independently rooted. The plain species propagates vigorously and reliably; the variegated and Ivory Coast forms are markedly slower and more prone to reverting or stalling if divided too early.

In the wild