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Alocasia Sarian Albo - 001
Alocasia Sarian Albo - 001
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Alocasia Sarian Albo — Alocasia sarian albo variegated, Alocasia sarian variegata, Alocasia Sarian white variegated, Albo Sarian Alocasia. Philippine hybrid (A. zebrina × A. micholitziana), named for journalist Zac B. Sarian. Two decorative features: zebra-striped petioles (stable) + white-to-cream chimeric albo variegation on deeply serrated dark glossy leaves. Fast-growing floor plant — among the most vigorous variegated Alocasia in cultivation. Each leaf unique. Photographed individually. What you see is what you receive.
BOTANICAL DETAILS
| Botanical name | Alocasia 'Sarian' (A. zebrina × A. micholitziana) — albo variegated form |
| What it inherits | A. zebrina: zebra-striped petioles, fast growth. A. micholitziana: deeply serrated margins, bold white venation |
| Variegation | Chimeric — unstable; white-to-cream sectors, splashes, marbling; each leaf unique; zebra petioles stable and unaffected |
| Leaves | Long, pointed arrowhead; dark glossy green; bold white venation; serrated undulate margins; white and cream albo sectors; zebra-striped petioles |
| Mature size | 90–150 cm (3–5 ft); leaves 30–45 cm — floor plant, not shelf plant |
| Skill level | Intermediate — more forgiving than jewel Alocasia |
CARE REQUIREMENTS
| ☀️ Light | Bright indirect light — supports fast growth and albo contrast. Low light stalls growth and dulls albo. No direct sun. Grow lights recommended for Canadian winters. |
| 💧 Watering | Keep consistently moist — allow top 2–4 cm to dry before rewatering. Less drought-tolerant than most Alocasia. Drain completely; never waterlogged. Reduce in fall/winter. |
| 💦 Humidity | 60–80% preferred; 55% minimum. Browning on white = humidity first. Large surface transpires rapidly — humidity more critical than compact Alocasia. Canadian winter drops to 25–40% — humidifier essential. |
| 🌡️ Temperature | 18–28°C. No cold drafts. Below 15°C — slows and may drop leaves. |
| 🪴 Soil | Well-draining aroid mix — orchid bark, perlite, coco coir. Slightly more organic content than jewel Alocasia; fast grower benefits from nutrition in the mix. |
| 🌱 Fertiliser | Half-strength balanced feed every 3–4 weeks spring/summer. None in winter or first 3–4 weeks after arrival. |
| 🐾 Toxicity | Toxic to cats, dogs, children. |
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🇨🇦 SHIPPING
We offer 1-2 days domestic shipping for a flat rate of
- $19.99 - BC-wide
- $39.99 - Canada-wide (outside BC)
Orders typically ship the following Monday or Tuesday after purchase.
From October to April, all shipments include a heat pack and insulation to protect your plants in transit.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What makes Sarian Albo different from standard Sarian?
Standard Sarian: dark green leaves, bold white venation, zebra petioles — no added variegation. Sarian Albo adds white-to-cream sectors and marbling. Albo is significantly rarer. Zebra petioles stable in both — not part of the albo mutation.
Is the variegation stable?
Chimeric, unstable — each leaf unique. Zebra petioles stable; albo sectors are not. Reversion uncommon.
Does it actually grow fast?
Yes — inherits A. zebrina's vigour. Produces substantial new leaves visibly through spring/summer. Clearly faster than jewel Alocasia like Melo or Maharani Albo.
Can I propagate it?
Yes — rhizome division. Albo in offsets not guaranteed to match parent; zebra petioles present in all — stable hybrid trait.
