Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Plumbea Variegata' is a collector Alocasia with bold, shield-shaped foliage, purplish tones and variable cream variegation. The sale plant shows purplish veins and stems, with a soft pink tinge through parts of the cream variegation.

The plant you see pictured is the exact plant you will receive.

Alocasia Macrorrhizos 'Plumbea Variegata' Collector Plant

Exact Plant Shown, Including Its Current Variegation

This is a one-of-a-kind listing. The plant pictured is the plant you will receive, including its current size, leaf shape, stem colour and variegation pattern.

Purplish Veins and Soft Pink-Tinged Variegation

This young Alocasia is starting to show the distinctive colouring associated with 'Plumbea', including purplish tones through the veins and stems. The cream variegation also has a subtle blush-pink tinge in places, giving the foliage a softer look than a standard green form.

Each New Leaf Can Develop Differently

As with most variegated Alocasias, each new leaf may show a different balance of green, cream, pink-tinged variegation and darker purplish tones. Colour and variegation can continue to shift as the plant matures.

Best Grown in Bright, Indirect Light

Place this plant in bright, indirect light to support strong growth and help maintain its variegation. Avoid harsh direct sun, which may scorch the lighter sections of the leaves.

Water Carefully and Avoid Soggy Soil

Alocasias prefer a well-draining mix that stays lightly moist without becoming waterlogged. Allow the top layer of the potting mix to begin drying before watering again. These plants can be sensitive to both overwatering and drying out completely.

Older Leaf Loss Can Be Normal

Alocasias may drop older leaves as new growth emerges, especially while adjusting to a new environment. This is common for the genus and is not usually a concern if the plant continues producing healthy new growth.

Pot Size

Our small (70 mm) translucent square grow pot

Growing Medium

Soil

Shipping

This plant will be sent in its plastic growing pot.

We ship plants every Monday to non-quarantine states. Please place your order before 2 pm on Sunday to ensure your plant is sent the following Monday. Orders placed after this time may not be shipped until the following week.

Orders to WA and TAS are shipped on selected dates only due to quarantine requirements. Orders for WA and TAS must be placed by 12 pm (midday) on the Friday before dispatch. Please see the list of WA and TAS shipping dates at the bottom of this page.

Shipping for plants to non-quarantine states is capped at $18.00 per order. Shipping for plants to WA and TAS is capped at $30.00 per order. We currently do not ship plants to NT.

Shipping costs include packing materials, labour, and certification where required. We use recycled packaging where possible to reduce waste and keep costs down, while ensuring all packing materials are sturdy enough to protect your plants during transit.

If no one is home to receive your order, the parcel will be left in a safe place. We do not request signature on delivery, as parcels returned to the post office may not be collected for several days, which can place additional stress on the plant(s) inside.

This plant can also be picked up from Northern Wellbeing Centre, 113C Miller Street, Epping VIC. If you select this option at checkout, we will email you to arrange a pickup time.

WA & TAS Plant Shipping Dates – 2026

• Monday 20 April 2026
• Monday 4 May 2026
• Monday 18 May 2026
• Monday 1 June 2026
• Monday 15 June 2026
• Monday 29 June 2026
• Monday 13 July 2026
• Monday 27 July 2026
• Monday 17 August 2026
• Monday 31 August 2026
• Monday 14 September 2026
• Monday 12 October 2026
• Monday 26 October 2026
• Monday 16 November 2026
• Monday 30 November 2026
• Monday 14 December 2026