Alocasia tandurusa 'Variegated'
Variegated Jacklyn Alocasia
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£80 to £200
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About Alocasia tandurusa 'Variegated'
The variegated form of Alocasia tandurusa (often traded as 'Variegated Jacklyn') carries bold yellow or white sectoral splashes across the species' deeply lobed, staghorn-shaped leaves, with sharp, irregular boundaries between variegated and green tissue. The base species already has a distinctive leaf silhouette; the variegation is an added factor that has pushed this form well beyond the price of the plain green tandurusa. As a chimeric sport, expression varies from cutting to cutting, and heavily variegated growth carries reduced chlorophyll, so strong, consistent light matters more than usual.
Native range
Variegated mutation of Alocasia tandurusa.
Classification
- Genus
- Alocasia
- Family
- Araceae
- Type
- Variegated
- Growth habit
- Upright clumping rosette
- Form of
- Alocasia Jacklyn
Morphology
- Leaf shape
- Deeply lobed, staghorn-shaped
- Leaf length
- 25-40 cm
- Leaf width
- 18-30 cm
- Petiole colour
- Green, cream-streaked
- Venation
- Prominent, disrupted by variegated sectors
- Texture
- Semi-glossy
- Variegation
- ChimericVariegation caused by a cell mutation. Often produces high contrast but can be unstable and revert to all-green. (unstableVariegation that is prone to disappearing (reverting to solid green) if lighting conditions are poor or if not pruned.) bold yellow or white sectoral splashes with sharp irregular boundaries; propagates true only from a cutting taken at a variegated node
- Growth habit
- Upright clumping
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Before you buy
- Confirm the fuzzy, hairy (pubescent) leaf texture is present in listing photos. Trichomes are unusual for the genus, and a smooth-leaved plant sold under this name is likely mislabelled
- Check the petiole for the zebra-like brown-and-cream mottling described for this species; a plain green petiole suggests a different plant
- Base-species listings should be priced well under Variegated or Aurea forms, which sell for several times the plain form's price; treat a high asking price for the plain green form with caution
- Ask about corm and growth-point condition, since this is a tuberous grower rather than a stem-rooted one
- 'Alocasia Jacklyn' and 'Alocasia tandurusa' are the same plant; confirm a listing's photos match one specimen, not a mixed batch sold under both names
Alocasia tandurusa 'Variegated' care
- Substrate
- A chunky, well-draining aroid mix combining orchid bark, perlite, and a smaller amount of potting compost prevents waterlogging around the tuber. The mix needs to retain some moisture while allowing rapid drainage to prevent rot.
- Watering
- Water thoroughly once the top few centimetres of substrate have dried out. Alocasias are susceptible to root rot if left sitting in wet soil, so ensure pots have excellent drainage.
- Humidity
- Maintain ambient humidity at 60% or higher to support the textured leaves and prevent excessive transpiration. Lower humidity can lead to crispy leaf edges and increased vulnerability to pests.
- Feeding
- Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser at half strength every two to four weeks during the active growing season. Suspend fertilising over winter or if the plant drops its leaves and enters dormancy.
- Repotting
- Repot only when the root system fully fills the current container, typically every one to two years. Choose a pot just one size larger, as excess unrooted substrate holds moisture that can damage the tuber.
Common problems
Spider mites
Cause: Dry indoor air combined with the plant's textured, pubescent leaves creates an ideal environment for mites.
Fix: Increase ambient humidity and treat visible infestations with a suitable miticide, ensuring the undersides of the leaves are covered.
Root and tuber rot
Cause: Overwatering or a heavy, dense potting mix that lacks sufficient airflow around the root zone.
Fix: Unpot the plant, trim away any mushy roots, and replant in a dry, chunky aroid mix using a smaller pot to aid recovery.
Winter dormancy and leaf drop
Cause: Temperature drops below 18°C or significantly reduced light levels can trigger the tuber to shed leaves.
Fix: Reduce watering significantly if leaves drop, and keep the tuber in a warm spot until new growth emerges in spring.
Gear for this plant
- Flowers of Sulphur, 99.99% PurityDusted onto a fresh corm or rhizome cut to guard against rot before repotting.
- Precision Bonsai Pruning Scissors, 200mmFine-bladed snips for clean node cuts when taking a cutting.
- Digital Hygrometer & ThermometerLCD humidity and temperature gauge for checking a grow spot against a plant's target range.
How to propagate Alocasia tandurusa 'Variegated'
- Methods
- Corm separation, Rhizome division. Step-by-step guide
- Difficulty
- Moderate. Rewards a consistent watering and light routine, but tolerates the occasional lapse. Suited to growers with some houseplant experience.
- Time to establish
- 3-6 months
- True from cuttings
- Yes. Cuttings keep the cultivar's character.
- Notes
- Alocasias naturally produce small corms around the base of the main tuber. These can be separated during repotting and sprouted in shallow containers of damp sphagnum moss or perlite in a warm, high-humidity environment. Keep the corms slightly moist but never waterlogged to prevent them rotting before roots establish.