• Alocasia Nobilis Pink K Variegated tissue culture plantlet with maroon and pink mottled leaves
  • Alocasia Nobilis Pink K Variegated leaf showing wavy lobed edges with pink and cream variegation on dark green foliage
  • Alocasia Nobilis Pink K Variegated tissue culture plantlet with pale pink and dark green leaves
  • ThaiFusion Botanica tissue culture plantlet packaging process, sterile bag with foam box insulation
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ThaiFusion Botanica

Alocasia Nobilis Pink "K" Variegated

Alocasia Nobilis Pink "K" Variegated

$120.00
$120.00
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A Kris-Shaped Leaf, Now Carrying Pink

The leaf that gave this plant its common name, the kris plant, is the same leaf that makes it hard to look away from: a deeply lobed, wavy-edged blade shaped like the undulating steel of a Southeast Asian kris dagger, held upright on a tall petiole. On the Nobilis Pink "K" Variegated, that already-dramatic silhouette carries soft pink sectoring through an otherwise dark, glossy green leaf, confirmed on this plant's clearest photo, a variegation pattern that reads as fine linework rather than a bold splash.

The Species Behind the Trade Name

The "Nobilis" trade name traces to Alocasia sanderiana, a species native to the forest floor of Northern Mindanao in the Philippines, where it grows in the damp shade of primary and secondary forest. In the wild it's classified as critically endangered, and collecting wild specimens in the Philippines is illegal, which is exactly why its ornamental popularity today rests on cultivated and tissue-cultured lines rather than wild collection. Its leaves are peltate (the petiole attaches to the underside of the blade rather than the edge), a structural detail botanists use to separate it from similar-looking Alocasia.

Why Collectors Chase This Line Specifically

Most pink-variegated Alocasia are chased for color alone. This one earns its place on structure too, since the wavy, scalloped lobing and glossy near-black base leaf are traits of the species itself, prized in botanical illustration long before pink forms existed. Growers of the "K" line report its pink tends to hold with maturity rather than fading back toward plain green, a real point of difference for anyone who has watched a pink-variegated Alocasia slowly revert.

Filtered Warmth, Not Harsh Light

This is a forest-understory plant that wants filtered warmth rather than direct sun: bright, indirect light, consistently moist but well-draining substrate, and humidity on the higher side. It isn't difficult to keep, but steady humidity and even light exposure do more for the definition of its variegation than anything else you can offer it.

Grown From Culture in Thailand

This plantlet ships as a sterile tissue culture pack in nutrient gel, a genetic clone bred for the kris-shaped leaf and pink sectoring described above rather than a seed-grown guess, with a phytosanitary certificate included.

Shipping

We ship our plants with free Phytosanitary Certificate via the national postal services, Dragon Courier and courier companies such as DHL and UPS. Some countries require an import permit.


Please refer to our Delivery & Packaging page for more details. We do not ship on public holidays in the Kingdom of Thailand.

Packaging

We ship our tissue culture plants in foam box lined with insulating material to minimize thermal shock.

Live plants are shipped in carton boxes with ventilation holes to prevent excessive moisture from building inside the parcel.

Please refer to our Delivery & Packaging page for more details. We do not recommend importing live plants if your area experiences temperature below -5 degree Celsius.

Disclaimer

Our photos are representative examples of the plants we offer. You will receive a healthy plant of similar size and quality unless the product description clearly states that the listing is for the exact plant shown.

For selected products, actual photos of the individual plant are provided. These listings will be clearly identified, and you will receive the exact plant pictured. The date the photos were taken will also be stated. If the photos are older, you are welcome to contact us to request updated images before purchasing.

Tissue culture plants are young plants and may not yet display their full mature characteristics. In variegated cultivars, variegation often becomes more pronounced as the plant matures under suitable growing conditions. However, the amount and pattern of variegation naturally varies from plant to plant and cannot be guaranteed.

Decorative pots and accessories shown in product photos are for display purposes only and are not included unless otherwise stated.

As our plants are living products, natural variation should be expected. Differences in size, leaf count, coloration, variegation, veining, and growth habit may occur depending on the season, age of the plant, environmental conditions, and normal biological variation. These natural differences are not considered defects and are not grounds for complaints, returns, or refunds.

All sales are final once plants have been shipped. Refunds or replacements for plants that arrive dead on arrival (DOA) are available only when the conditions outlined in our Returns, Refunds & Replacement Policy have been met. Please refer to that policy for full details.

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Plant Care

  • Light

    Alocasias thrive in bright, indirect light. A position near an east- or west-facing window is ideal, where they receive plenty of filtered sunlight throughout the day. Avoid prolonged direct afternoon sun, which may scorch the foliage, while insufficient light can lead to slower growth and smaller leaves.

  • Temperature

    Alocasias perform best in temperatures between 20–30°C (68–86°F). Avoid prolonged exposure below 15°C (59°F), as cold temperatures can slow growth and damage foliage.

  • Water

    Keep the growing medium consistently moist but never waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2–3 cm (1 inch) of the substrate begins to dry. Reduce watering slightly during cooler months while preventing the soil from completely drying out.

  • Humidity

    Alocasias are tropical plants that flourish in moderate to high humidity. Aim for 60–80% humidity for vigorous growth and larger foliage. In drier environments, consider using a humidifier or placing the plant near other tropical plants to create a more humid microclimate.

  • Potting Mix

    Use a chunky, well-draining aroid mix that provides excellent aeration while retaining adequate moisture. A blend containing coco coir or peat, orchid bark, perlite, and pumice works exceptionally well.

  • Fertilizer

    Feed every 2–4 weeks during active growth with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength. Reduce feeding during winter when growth naturally slows.