Plant Description
Alocasia Lauterbachiana Aurea: Rare Golden Variegated Sculptural Houseplant
The Alocasia Lauterbachiana Aurea is an architectural plant with golden variegation, a genuinely rare thing and long prized by collectors for its sculptural form. It carries long, gracefully tapered leaves with crinkled edges and golden yellow variegation that reads as luminous contrast against the green foliage.
Why Plant Collectors Prize Lauterbachiana Aurea
This highly sought-after cultivar holds the attention of serious growers through its architectural presence, bringing sculptural form to an indoor plant collection. The combination of graceful tapering, crinkled edges and golden yellow variegation patterns makes this rare variegated Alocasia a standout specimen, and one with manageable care requirements.
An Introduction to Variegated Alocasia Collections
Well suited to those starting out with variegated Alocasia, this cultivar balances real visual interest with accessible care needs. The sculptural form and golden variegation mean this collector's houseplant holds its place for newcomers and experienced aroid growers alike.
All plants are grown in Fluval Stratum, our preferred early-stage medium for corms and baby Alocasia, held in our 3D printed Corm Keeper stand. Once fully rooted and at juvenile size we repot into our own pon mix, blended from components in our Soil Ninja range.
Key Features
- Genuinely rare, with golden yellow variegation
- Long, gracefully tapered leaves with crinkled edges
- Greens and golden yellow create luminous contrast
- Sculptural, architectural form
- Manageable care requirements for a variegated cultivar
- A sound starting point for collectors new to variegates
Plant Genus
Lauterbachiana
Lighting Conditions
Alocasia thrive off good lighting. The use of grow lights can help with darker areas of your home.
Humidity & Water
The only rule! Don't over water, keep your substrate moist, not wet. Less is more in every watering. High humidity is essential; aim for 60% or higher. Use a humidifier, pebble tray, or regular misting
Semi Hydro Growing
Using LECA or pon you can grow your plants without soil. Read our blog for more information
Feed Your Plant
Every watering during the growing season (spring & summer) using a water-soluble nutrients
Pet Safety
Alocasia contain insoluble calcium oxalates and can be toxic if ingested by cats, dogs, or children
