$33
8 in stock
Alocasia Emerald Tide hides its most surprising detail beneath its leaves. Turn one over and look for irregular mottling between the veins, like a tattoo on the underside. That detail explains why collectors also call it Frydek Tattoo. Its botanical name is Alocasia micholitziana ‘Emerald Tide’, and it originated as a mutation of ‘Green Velvet’.
Deep waves run along the leaf margins, giving each blade an outline that looks different from every angle. The broad opening between the two lobes at the base gives the leaf a more open shape. Across the upper surface, pale veins stand out against matte green foliage. Look across a leaf in the light, and you can see how the raised areas catch the light.
Display it where you can see the foliage from the side as well as from above. A shelf near a bright window gives you a good view of the ruffled edges and the markings underneath. For a companion plant, try our Alocasia Frydek Variegated Plant. Its creamy patches draw attention to the upper leaf surface, while Emerald Tide rewards a closer look underneath.
Choose a warm spot with bright, indirect light. A sheer curtain can soften strong afternoon sun if your plant sits near a west-facing window. Keep it away from cold draughts and give the leaves room for air to circulate.
Use an airy potting mix and a pot with drainage holes. Water thoroughly when the top layer of mix starts to dry, then let the excess drain away. Empty the saucer or decorative pot after watering. Check the mix before watering again, especially during cooler months when it may dry more slowly.
As each new leaf opens, watch how the edges settle into waves. Then tilt the leaf gently and see where the next set of markings appears.
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