Alocasia Frydek Variegata – Rare Collector Plant with Stunning White Variegation
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Bring bold drama to your indoor jungle with the Alocasia Frydek Variegata — a rare and highly sought-after houseplant known for its velvety leaves and creamy-white marbled variegation. At Happy Houseplants, we’re thrilled to offer this collector’s dream, hand-selected by our expert buying team for its exceptional foliage, structure, and rarity.
If you're looking to buy rare houseplants online in the UK, this Alocasia Frydek Variegata is a showstopper. Each leaf is a work of art — deep green, velvety in texture, and uniquely streaked or splashed with bold, snow-white variegation. No two leaves are the same, making every plant a unique living sculpture.
This is one of the most in-demand variegated Alocasias for sale in the UK, and it’s easy to see why. It’s bold, elegant, and makes a stunning statement in modern interiors. Whether you’re an experienced collector or want to start your rare plant journey, the Frydek Variegata is a beautiful place to begin.
Native Habitat and Growth Patterns
Originating from Southeast Asia’s tropical rainforests, Alocasias like Frydek grow in warm, humid understories, their dramatic leaves stretching toward dappled sunlight. At home, they thrive in similar indoor conditions, rewarding you with lush growth and ever-evolving foliage.
Care Tips for Alocasia Frydek Variegata:
Light Requirements:
Bright, indirect light is ideal. Too much direct sun can scorch its delicate leaves, while too little light will reduce variegation. Place near a north- or east-facing window, or filter strong sunlight with a sheer curtain.
Temperature & Humidity:
Keep your plant in a warm, humid spot — ideally between 18–24°C. If your home is dry, boost humidity with a pebble tray, humidifier, or regular misting. Frydek Variegata loves tropical conditions.
Watering:
Water when the top few centimetres of soil feel dry. Avoid overwatering or letting the plant sit in soggy soil — this can lead to root rot. Alocasias prefer a steady rhythm rather than extremes.
Soil & Potting Mix:
Choose a well-draining, airy soil mix — we recommend adding perlite or orchid bark to standard houseplant compost for better drainage. Repot every 1–2 years in spring as the plant grows.
Feeding:
Feed with our exclusive Organic Tropical Plant Food every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer. It’s a natural, vegan fertiliser designed to support strong roots, rich colour, and healthy variegation.
Why Choose Alocasia Frydek Variegata?
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One of the most beautiful rare variegated plants available in the UK
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A must-have for serious houseplant collectors
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Striking foliage with a velvet texture and high-contrast white markings
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A bold focal point for any modern or biophilic interior
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Easy to style with contemporary planters or natural materials like cork and terracotta
Size: Supplied in a 12cm nursery pot, approx. 30cm tall
Styling Ideas
Let this rare Alocasia shine in a minimalist ceramic pot, or pair it with warm woods and rattan for a tropical modern look. It holds its own as a standalone plant but also adds contrast to a lush plant shelf or green corner.
Delivered with Care
We ship all plants in their nursery pots to ensure they arrive safely and stress-free. This gives you the freedom to rehome them in a decorative planter that suits your style. Plants this rare and stunning deserve a pot that does them justice.
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Shipping: We ship via DPD’s 24-hour tracked carbon neutral service.
Delivery times are 7-10 working days, but are usually much quicker. More details can be found here
We post all our plants to most of the UK, with the exceptions of the Islands of Scotland, the Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man, the Isle of White, the Scilly Isles and the Channel Islands due to the high cost of shipping.
Measurements: The plant heights provided encompass the plant stem and the foliage length, along with the depth of the grow pot, which includes the living root system, and not just the portion of the plant that is visible above the soil level.
Although we strive to provide plants within the specified size range, there may be some instances where the plants supplied could be slightly smaller or larger than the size selected.
