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ornamentalFamily: AraceaeGenus: Alocasia
Cultivar
New Guinea Gold Alocasia
Alocasia 'New Guinea Gold'
Cultivar: New Guinea Gold
This exceptional Alocasia cultivar features large, arching leaves characterized by unique, mottled gold and green variegation that brightens any indoor space. As a tropical aroid, it thrives in environments with consistent high humidity and warm temperatures, making it a rewarding choice for dedicated plant enthusiasts. Its impressive stature and ornamental patterns evolve as the plant matures, creating an evolving focal point for your home.
Alocasia 'New Guinea Gold' is a stunning tropical collector plant prized for its bold, dramatic foliage with distinct variegated patterns. It makes a striking statement piece for any indoor jungle or humid conservatory.
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Plant Detail
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Repotting / Start Growing
Begin with a starter plant and establish it in a larger pot using quality potting soil with beneficials and fertilizer.
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Plant Profile
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Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
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Sun
Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh, direct sun which can scorch the foliage.
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Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings during winter months.
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Mature size
3-5 feet tall, 3-4 feet wide
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Hardiness
10-12
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Growth habit
clumping perennial
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Plant type
tropical foliage plant
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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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Growing note
Variegation stability can fluctuate based on light levels; maintain consistent bright, indirect light to encourage optimal coloration. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature drops which can lead to leaf drop.
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Climate note
Prefers warm temperatures between 65-80°F. Sensitive to temperatures below 55°F.
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Flower / fruit
Rarely flowers in an indoor setting; grown primarily for its foliage. Typical green-yellow spathe if it occurs.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh, direct sun which can scorch the foliage.
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Growth rate
moderate
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Fertilizer
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half-strength during the active growing season from spring through early autumn.
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Pruning
Remove older, yellowing or damaged leaves at the base of the petiole to encourage new growth and maintain a clean appearance.
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Care notes
Variegation stability can fluctuate based on light levels; maintain consistent bright, indirect light to encourage optimal coloration. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature drops which can lead to leaf drop.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
3-5 feet tall, 3-4 feet wide
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Growth habit
clumping perennial
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Spacing
3-4 feet
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Rarely flowers in an indoor setting; grown primarily for its foliage. Typical green-yellow spathe if it occurs.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
10-12
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Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures between 65-80°F. Sensitive to temperatures below 55°F.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings during winter months.
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Soil
Well-draining, airy aroid mix consisting of peat moss, perlite, and orchid bark.
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Soil pH
5.5-6.5
More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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Container Growing
Thrives in containers; ensure pots have adequate drainage holes. Prefers slightly pot-bound conditions to encourage robust growth.
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Family
Araceae
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Foliage Look
Large, glossy, arrow-shaped leaves with green base and prominent yellow-gold mottling or sectoring.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are large and sagittate (arrow-shaped) with prominent venation and irregular gold-colored variegation sectors.
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Fruit Flower Look
Minimal to none; typical green-yellow spathe structure if it appears.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flower spikes are typical of Araceae but should not be expected on juvenile nursery stock.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain upright growth; leaves should be held on sturdy petioles originating from a central rhizome.
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Mature Plant Look
A majestic, upright tropical plant with large, arching, uniquely gold-variegated foliage.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Large, upright petioles with broad, arrow-shaped leaves exhibiting distinct gold-splashed green variegation.
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Morphology Rules
Verify the presence of Alocasia-type petioles and arrow-shaped foliage; avoid confusion with philodendron leaf shapes.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does New Guinea Gold need? It prefers bright, indirect light to maintain its color. Is this plant safe for pets? No, like most Alocasia species, it is toxic if ingested. Why are my leaves yellowing? This is often due to overwatering or lack of sufficient humidity.
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Root Look
Thick, white, healthy tuberous roots.
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Soil Look
Dark, loose, chunky potting substrate with visible bark chips and perlite.
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Starter Stage
Small, young plant with 2-4 leaves displaying initial variegation patterns; stems may be thin compared to mature specimens.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Leaves are typically heart-shaped or sagittate; variegation may be less defined in very young tissue.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow New Guinea Gold Alocasia. This is New Guinea Gold Alocasia, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this vibrant tropical foliage become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the lush indoor space you want to create. The leaves feature stunning, irregular gold-colored sectors that contrast beautifully against the deep green foliage of this tropical aroid. Establish your starter plant by repotting it into a four-inch pot with well-draining soil, then move it to a final indoor container when established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Tags
Alocasia New Guinea Gold Variegated Alocasia Rare Aroids Tropical Houseplant Indoor Jungle Araceae Agardeni Plant Care Variegated Plants
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the vibrant gold-variegated foliage of Alocasia 'New Guinea Gold', an ideal choice for a tropical indoor plant collection. This striking aroid adds height and color to any interior space when provided with proper light and humidity.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing Alocasia 'New Guinea Gold' Variegated Tropical
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