Alocasia come in a wide range of forms and appearances, and with proper care, they can become showstoppers. These plants are characterized by large, arrow-shaped leaves, often with prominent veins. Some of the more sought-after varieties have beautiful variegation. In their native environments in southeast Asia, Alocasia can grow up to ten feet tall. 

Alocasias are a family of house plants that are notorious for their difficult, finicky nature. If...