Alocasia macrorrhiza ‘Stingray’
 
Common Names Stingray Alocasia, Elephant Ear Stingray
 
Zones 9B–11
 
Alocasia ‘Stingray’ is a dramatic tropical aroid known for its uniquely shaped foliage that mimics the silhouette of a stingray—broad wings with a whip-like tail. Native to Southeast Asia, this cultivar of A. macrorrhiza thrives in warm, humid environments and makes a bold statement in interiorscapes or shaded outdoor containers. Its upright form and architectural leaves lend a sculptural quality to any space.
 
Key Features
Growth Habit: Upright, spreading; fast growth rate
Height: 3–5 ft. indoors; up to 15 ft. outdoors in ideal conditions
Trunk: Herbaceous; corm-based growth
Leaves: Glossy green; stingray-shaped with curved tips and tail-like apex; 12–24 in. long
Petiole: Thick, mottled green and brown; resembles A. zebrina striping
Inflorescence: Rare indoors; greenish-white spathe and spadix
Fruit: Not typically produced in cultivation
Ecology: Cultivar of Alocasia macrorrhiza selected for leaf morphology
 
Growing Conditions
Light: Bright indirect light; tolerates partial shade outdoors
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy; allow top 1–2 in. to dry between waterings
Soil: Rich, well-draining mix; ideal blend includes potting soil, orchid bark, perlite, and peat
Temperature: 65–85°F (18–29°C); protect from cold drafts and frost
Humidity: Prefers 60%+; misting or humidifiers recommended indoors
Propagation: By division of corms or offsets
Tolerance: Sensitive to cold and overwatering; not drought-tolerant
 
Landscape Use Ideal for interiorscapes, tropical patio containers, and shaded garden beds in frost-free zones. Pairs well with Colocasia ‘Black Magic’, Philodendron ‘Xanadu’, and Calathea orbifolia for bold foliage contrast.