Alocasia cucullata

Alocasia cucullata, commonly called Chinese taro or Buddha's hand, is a compact elephant ear prized for its glossy, heart-shaped leaves and upright habit. It’s an attractive ornamental that brings a tropical look to warm gardens or indoor spaces and is traditionally grown for good fortune.

This plant is appreciated for its striking foliage rather than as a food plant. The glossy, heart-leaf form makes a strong visual statement in shaded or bright, indirect light settings and pairs well with other tropical foliage.

Care is straightforward: bright, indirect light, consistent moisture without waterlogging, and protection from cold—Alocasias are frost-sensitive. Suited to tropical and subtropical climates or grown indoors where warmth and humidity can be maintained. The plant is mature, over 2 ft, and remains compact with glossy, heart-shaped leaves.

We grow and care for our plants at C&M Homestead in Richmond Heights, FL and are happy to offer local pickup in Richmond Heights, FL.