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Alocasia Melo 4”

Alocasia Melo 4”

$25.00 USD
$25.00 USD
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Each plant is unique. Size, shape, fullness, and variegation will vary.

Alocasia rugosa ‘Melo’, commonly called Melo Alocasia, is a compact tropical plant grown for its thick, heavily textured leaves. Native to Borneo, it grows in warm, humid forest conditions with filtered light. What makes this plant special is the rigid, almost stone-like foliage with deep ridges and a matte blue-green tone. The leaves are broad, slightly cupped, and heavily corrugated, giving it a sculptural, armored look. It stays relatively compact, making it a strong collector plant for smaller spaces.

Light requirements
Place Alocasia ‘Melo’ in an east or south window for the best growth, positioned at the window or within 1 to 2 feet depending on intensity. A west window can work if slightly pulled back to avoid harsh direct sun, and a north window will slow growth and reduce leaf development. Under grow lights, use 5000K to 6500K and keep the light 10 to 14 inches above the canopy. It performs best around 200 to 500 foot-candles. Too much direct light can stress and fade the leaves, while too little light will slow growth.

Watering & environment
Allow the soil to dry about halfway down before watering, and always check the root zone with a chopstick or meter. This plant is highly sensitive to overwatering and needs a chunky, fast-draining mix with strong airflow around the roots. It prefers higher humidity and warm temperatures but must not sit in wet soil.

What your plant is telling you
If leaves begin to soften or slightly droop, it is ready for water. If the base becomes soft or leaves yellow quickly, the soil is staying too wet and rot can set in fast. If growth stalls or leaves stay small, it needs more consistent light.

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from 883 reviews
Alocasia Venom

Plant came in packed extremely well. Since receiving it I have recently repotted due to fast growing and got to harvest two big corms. The plant is amazing.

Brad Davidson
Shipping Protection

Beautiful packed well 👍🥰

Elaine
Alocasia Hilo Beauty 4”

Fantastic as always!

Dayne Haskell
Lipstick Plant Curly 4”

Absolutely beautiful plants! alittle stressed from the ride, but doing well.

The delivery person left it upside down and not a single speck of dirt left its spot! Very loved plants, packed with love!

I am going to carefully love these little plants!

Will buy again! Thank you!

Tim chapman
Alocasia Dragon Scale 4”
Awesome like Always

As always Mel you don’t disappoint. My new plant babies arrived in perfect condition ready to get love. You can really tell the devotion and love that Mel has for our plant babies!!!

Amelia Vargas
Philodendron Rugosum 4”
Everything comes packed so nicely and healthy! Would definitely recommend buying plants from

Everything comes packed so nicely and healthy! Would definitely recommend buying plants from rooted plant shop. She always answers any questions you may have!!

Michele Hawkins
Fantastic!

Plant is absolutely beautiful. It was packed in the utmost care. The box it was in was very damaged! The plant inside was packed so meticulously that it did not suffer at all.
Thanks to Mel! Nic job!

Jeralyn Heath
Indoor/Outdoor Guide to Houseplants

This was my 2nd purchase from Mel. Both came quickly and well packaged. Will purchase again and again.

Margaret Carson
Lipstick Plant Curly 4”
Love this pig!

Being a farmer’s daughter I really wanted this pigskin philodendron. It is beautiful! Even had new leaf getting ready to open. Love it!

Teresa Psinas
Philodendron Rugosum 4”
Dora Vs crystal

Delivered perfectly and resting in new home. Watching and waiting to see the dna results

Sharon Burden
Anthurium Doryaki Vs Crystallinum 3”
Impressive

My Rabbit foot fern arrived in a timely and safe fashion. Packaged very well. No damage. The actual plant itself is a stunner!! Almost show quality condition. Just absolutely stunning. You can really tell how well it has been cared for. I usually repot everything I bring in but I won’t be doing that with my rooted plants purchase. 10/10 highly recommend

Cassondra Whitaker
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Jean Rhoades
Philodendron Gloriosum 4”

Came in, great package and looks great

wesley
Staghorn Superbum “Giant”

Im in 😍 Love

Marshayla
Monstera Standleyana Variegated
First time!

The packing was perfect and very well done. I love my new babies!

Rebekah Rivera
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