Alocasia 'Mickey Mouse'
Alocasia 'Mickey Mouse' is a tropical foliage plant with broad, arrow-shaped leaves patterned in deep green and creamy white. The markings vary from leaf to leaf, and some leaf tips curl into small cups with a slender tail.
Its upright habit and unusual leaf shape make it a focal point in a bright room. It grows best in warm, humid conditions with plenty of indirect light, which shows off the variegation without scorching the pale areas.
- Other names: Xanthosoma 'Mickey Mouse', Xanthosoma sagittifolium 'Variegatum Monstrosum', Mickey Mouse Taro
- Useful to know: Toxic if ingested - keep away from pets and children
- Feature: Cream and green variegation with distinctive cupped leaf tips
- Eventual height: Up to around 1m indoors in good conditions
- Origins: Cultivated variety of a species native to tropical Central and South America
Xanthosoma Care
Light: Give it bright, indirect light. Avoid strong midday sun, which can scorch the pale parts of the leaves.
Water: Water when the top 2–3cm of compost feels dry, then let the pot drain fully. Keep the compost lightly moist during active growth.
Humidity: Prefers higher humidity. Keep it away from radiators and use a humidifier if the room is very dry.
Temperature: Keep in a warm room, ideally above 15°C, away from cold draughts.
Feeding: Apply a balanced liquid houseplant feed every 3–4 weeks during active growth, following the label instructions.
Compost: Use a pot with drainage holes and an airy, free-draining houseplant mix.
Winter care: If growth slows, water less often and pause feeding until fresh growth resumes.
Experience level: Moderate
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EAN code8720858508634
- Brand
- Pot Size8cm
- Care LevelModerate
- Light LevelsBright but Indirect
- Height15cm
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