Alocasia Appaloosa Gold | Indoor Tropical Plants & Houseplants for Delivery | Care Guide and Pro Tips

4" Pot

Alocasia Appaloosa Gold

$30

Medium - Bright

When half dry

Medium

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Size:

4" Pot

Variant

Alocasia Appaloosa Gold, scientifically known as Alocasia macrorrhiza variegated ‘Appaloosa Gold’, is a truly spectacular variegated cultivar of the Giant Taro, known for its large, glossy, dark green leaves adorned with creamy white to golden yellow marbling and veins. What makes this variety so extraordinary is its dynamic variegation pattern. As it matures and receives ample light, the colouration often intensifies, sometimes even producing entirely golden yellow or creamy white leaves for a few months before returning to its beautifully speckled state. This cyclical transformation is part of its natural rhythm, not a reversion, and adds to its mesmerizing appeal. With its bold tropical presence and ever changing display, Alocasia Appaloosa Gold is a living piece of art that thrives both indoors and outdoors under the right conditions.

What to expect

The plant comes with a default nursery pot. The nursery pot is usually 0.5" - 1" smaller than stated to fit into the same size decorative pot. Washable Paper Planter Bags are sold separately.

As with all living things, no two plants are alike. There is some natural variation in size, shape, and characteristics. We make every effort to bring you a plant that as closely as possible matches the plant as it appears on our website, in the size you have chosen, and have a good potential to happily grow in your home.

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Pro tips

Plant in a well-draining, chunky mix such as peat, perlite, and orchid bark to prevent root rot. Fertilize monthly during spring and summer with a diluted, balanced fertilizer to support strong growth and vibrant colour. Clean the leaves periodically to highlight their marbling and prevent dust buildup. Provide warmth and stable conditions, as Alocasia Appaloosa Gold is sensitive to cold drafts and temperature swings. Outdoors, it can reach 6–8 feet tall, but will stay more compact indoors.

Care Guide

How to take care of Alocasia Appaloosa Gold

Sun: Direct & Indirect

Alocasia Appaloosa Gold enjoys some direct sun, but they'll also do well in bright, indirect light. It is best to place this plant somewhere where it will receive some nice morning sun, or a couple hours of afternoon sun, and then indirect light for the rest of the day.

Light: Medium - Bright

Alocasia Appaloosa Gold will thrive in bright light, but also can tolerate medium light. A good medium-light place in your home would be in the middle of a room that has a regular size window. They can be placed anywhere between the middle of the room and the window. Remember that plants will grow based on how much light they receive.

Water: When half dry

Alocasia Appaloosa Gold needs to be watered when the top half of the soil is dry to the touch. That usually takes about 1 week in an average home environment. It will vary depending on the time of year, your environment and lighting conditions, but it's always safer to underwater or give the soil a check before you water again. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.

Humidity: Medium

Alocasia Appaloosa Gold will do well in average humidity environments but will appreciate a little bit of humidity if provided, give them a mist daily or get a humidifier.

Pet Caution

Alocasia Appaloosa Gold is moderately toxic and can cause some adverse reactions when ingested so it is best to not let your pets eat it, which we advise for all plants in general. The severity of the reaction will depend on how much of the plant is ingested but, if you know your pet typically does not eat your plants, this plant will be suitable for your home.

Plant Bio

About Alocasia Appaloosa Gold

Botanical Name: Alocasia macrorrhiza variegated ‘Appaloosa Gold’

Common Name: Alocasia Appaloosa Gold, Variegated Giant Taro

Origin: Cultivar (species native to Southeast Asia)

Plant Story

Introducing the Alocasia Appaloosa Gold, a luminous and ever-changing beauty that celebrates transformation, vitality, and the brilliance of embracing change. With its shifting marbling and golden hues, it symbolizes renewal, resilience, and the magic of cyclical growth.

A rare variegated form of Alocasia macrorrhiza, also known as the Giant Taro, this stunning cultivar produces broad, glossy leaves in deep emerald green streaked with creamy white to golden-yellow veins. As it matures and receives bright, indirect light, its variegation becomes even more pronounced — each new leaf unfolding like a painter’s canvas, unique and unpredictable.

What makes the Appaloosa Gold truly extraordinary is its living rhythm of transformation. At certain times of the year, its foliage may emerge almost entirely cream or yellow before gradually returning to its signature marbled state — a mesmerizing cycle that speaks to the plant’s vitality rather than instability. This rare phenomenon gives the plant a dynamic, living artistry, reminding us that even in transformation, we return to our essence.

In optimal conditions, Alocasia Appaloosa Gold can grow into a magnificent statement piece, reaching 6 to 8 feet tall outdoors or forming a striking centrepiece indoors. Its sculptural leaves, held high on sturdy stems, capture both light and attention, bringing an aura of tropical grandeur to any setting.

Provide bright, indirect light and consistent moisture, allowing the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings. In its rhythm of care lies its message — that balance and attention bring out our most radiant colours.

Welcome the Alocasia Appaloosa Gold into your home, and let it inspire you with its symbolism of transformation, vitality, and grace. It’s not just a plant; it’s a reminder that true beauty is ever-evolving, and that change itself can be golden.

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