Alocasia ‘Emerald Tide’ (also widely known as Alocasia ‘Frydek Tattoo’) is a rare mutant cultivar of Alocasia micholitziana ‘Green Velvet’ prized for its highly unusual texture and underside markings. Unlike a standard Frydek, this selection develops deeply undulating, ruffled leaf margins and an embossed, uneven surface that gives the foliage a sculpted appearance. Its most distinctive feature appears on the abaxial (underside) of the leaf, where irregular pigmentation and mottling form unique, tattoo-like markings between the veins. The leaves retain a rich emerald-green tone and strong venation while expressing this uncommon textural mutation. This cultivar has a compact, upright growth habit and grows best in bright, indirect light with evenly moist, well-draining soil and warm, stable conditions.

Grower’s Choice means you’re getting one of the strongest, most consistent plants from our current crop. These varieties grow reliably well for us, and every plant is handpicked by our growers and checked for quality before it’s packed. Instead of choosing a specific plant from a photo, you receive one that matches the size, color, and overall look shown in the listing — chosen by the people who know the plants best.

Plant Info

Pot size: 2.5 in x 2.5 in

Soil media: RPF Soil Mix

*You will receive a plant SIMILAR to those in the photos. Sizing may vary from plant to plant.