'Frydek' alocasia guide
Alocasia micholitziana 'Frydek', also called green velvet alocasia, Alocasia Frydek
Published 2026-11-08
Quick care
- Light
- Bright indirect
- Water
- When the top 2 to 5 cm (1 to 2 in) of soil is dry
- Humidity
- High. Dry air invites spider mites and crisp edges.
- Temperature
- 18 to 27°C (65 to 80°F). Keep above 15°C (60°F).
- Soil
- Chunky, airy mix with orchid bark and perlite
- Feeding
- Half-strength fertilizer monthly in spring and summer
- Pets
- Toxic to cats and dogs. Chewing causes mouth pain, drooling, and vomiting.
- Difficulty
- Fussy
- Mature size
- 60 to 90 cm (2 to 3 ft) tall
- Propagation
- Divide the clump, or pot up the small corms in the roots
- Where to buy
- Plant shops
This page covers what makes 'Frydek' alocasia different. For light, water, soil, pests, and the rest, read the alocasia care guide.
What it is
‘Frydek’ has long, arrow-shaped leaves in deep green velvet with bright white veins. The leaves can reach 45 cm (18 in) long on tall stems. It is often called green velvet alocasia. A variegated form, ‘Frydek Variegata’, is a collector plant.
How to tell it apart
| Plant | Leaves | The tell |
|---|---|---|
| ‘Frydek’ | Long, arrow-shaped, green velvet, white veins | Soft velvet and long arrow shape |
| ‘Polly’ alocasia | Glossy, arrow-shaped, wavy edges | Shiny, with scalloped edges |
| ‘Black Velvet’ alocasia | Small, round, near-black velvet | Small and almost black |
Care differences
Its velvet leaves lose water fast in dry air. Aim for 50% humidity or higher. Do not mist the velvet. Use a humidifier instead.
Give it bright indirect light so the tall stems stay upright.
Grow it from corms
Look for corms when you repot. Set them half buried in moist sphagnum in a warm, humid spot.
Buying it
‘Frydek’ is sold at plant shops and some garden centers. Look for flat, velvety leaves with no brown edges and no webbing underneath.