Alocasia lauterbachiana Mint Variegated
Alocasia lauterbachiana Mint Variegated is an exceptionally rare and breathtaking collector's plant from the Araceae family. A variegated form of the already striking Alocasia lauterbachiana — known for its long, narrow, wavy-edged leaves with deep purple undersides — this mint variegated selection adds soft, creamy mint-green and pale yellow variegation splashed across the dark green blades in unpredictable, painterly patterns. The contrast between the dark foliage, vivid purple undersides, and delicate mint variegation creates a truly extraordinary visual effect that is unlike almost anything else in the plant world. As with all variegated Alocasias, each leaf is unique and no two plants are ever identical.
Care Guide
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Light: Bright, indirect light; essential for maintaining the mint variegation and supporting the plant's growth — avoid direct sun which can scorch the leaves, and avoid low light which can cause reversion of the variegation
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Temperature: Intermediate to warm; ideal temperatures 18–28°C (65–82°F); protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 15°C (59°F)
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Watering: Allow the top inch of soil to dry between waterings; water thoroughly then allow to drain well; variegated sections are more sensitive to overwatering than fully green foliage — ensure excellent drainage
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Humidity: High humidity essential, ideally 65–85%; use a humidifier or enclosed growing cabinet — the variegated foliage benefits greatly from consistently high moisture levels
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Substrate: Very well-draining, airy mix; a blend of coco coir, perlite, and orchid bark is ideal — excellent root aeration is critical
Alocasia lauterbachiana Mint Variegated is one of the rarest and most visually stunning Alocasias available — a collector's trophy that combines dramatic form, vivid purple undersides, and ethereal mint variegation in a single extraordinary plant. A truly special and limited new arrival from Ecuagenera, grown with care in Ecuador.
