Alocasia 'Curly Bambino' 12cm Plants GrowTropicals
Alocasia 'Curly Bambino' — 6cm
Alocasia

Alocasia 'Curly Bambino'

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Description

Alocasia 'Curly Bambino' is a compact cultivar with slender, arrow-shaped foliage that curls and waves along the margins, giving each leaf a lively, ruffled quality. The upper surface is a deep, glossy green with prominent pale veining, and the undersides carry a purple-bronze tone. It holds its leaves upright on thin, wiry stems, creating a tight, architectural cluster that suits a desk or windowsill. 

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How to care for Alocasia 'Curly Bambino'

Set me near a bright window, out of direct sun and give me a drink when my upper soil has dried out.

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What our customers say

Arrived just like the photos - maybe even fuller. Healthy, well-acclimated, and straight into my collection with no issues.

Emily P.

Flawless leaves, stunning variegation, and clearly cared for by experts. It’s already a talking point in my home office.

James R.

Hard to find rare plants that are pet-safe. Ours arrived in perfect condition and looks amazing without any worry.

Sophie L.
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About Alocasia 'Curly Bambino'

Alocasia 'Curly Bambino' is a houseplant that takes a little effort. It needs bright indirect light, watering once the top 2 to 3cm of compost has dried out, high humidity and a minimum temperature of 18°C. It is harmful to pets and small children if eaten.

Good for

Kitchen Bathroom

Care level

EasyChallenge

A little effort

Light

ShadeFull sun

Bright, indirect light

This plant grows best in bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Keep it away from direct sun, which can scorch its delicate leaves. For healthy growth and vibrant foliage, place it near a north-facing or east-facing window where it will receive plenty of filtered light. Read moreShow less

This plant grows best in bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Keep it away from direct sun, which can scorch its delicate leaves. For healthy growth and vibrant foliage, place it near a north-facing or east-facing window where it will receive plenty of filtered light.

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Watering

Evenly moistDries out fully

Let the top few centimetres dry out

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water your plant when the top layer of soil feels slightly dry, and always ensure the pot has good drainage. Avoid soggy soil or standing water, and do not let the plant dry out completely, as steady moisture is essential for healthy growth. Read moreShow less

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water your plant when the top layer of soil feels slightly dry, and always ensure the pot has good drainage. Avoid soggy soil or standing water, and do not let the plant dry out completely, as steady moisture is essential for healthy growth.

Humidity

Average homeHigh humidity

Needs high humidity

This plant thrives in high humidity and benefits from a consistently humid environment. Good humidity levels help support healthy growth and keep the foliage healthy. To increase humidity, use a humidifier or place the plant in a naturally humid room like a bathroom or kitchen. Plant cabinets, grow tents, and terrariums can also help create stable humidity for tropical houseplants, especially in drier homes. When using enclosed growing spaces, ensure there is adequate airflow to prevent excess moisture build-up. Adding sphagnum moss around the stem can also help hold moisture and improve growing conditions. Read moreShow less

This plant thrives in high humidity and benefits from a consistently humid environment. Good humidity levels help support healthy growth and keep the foliage healthy. To increase humidity, use a humidifier or place the plant in a naturally humid room like a bathroom or kitchen. Plant cabinets, grow tents, and terrariums can also help create stable humidity for tropical houseplants, especially in drier homes. When using enclosed growing spaces, ensure there is adequate airflow to prevent excess moisture build-up. Adding sphagnum moss around the stem can also help hold moisture and improve growing conditions.

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Temperature

Keep above 18°C · Likes a warm room

This plant grows best in warm temperatures between 18°C and 26°C. Keep it away from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 15°C, as cooler conditions can stress the plant and affect healthy growth. Read moreShow less

This plant grows best in warm temperatures between 18°C and 26°C. Keep it away from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 15°C, as cooler conditions can stress the plant and affect healthy growth.

Feeding

Feed monthly with a balanced fertiliser from spring to autumn, and let it rest over winter.

Soil & Substrate

Our Alocasia Premium Potting Mix is peat-free and formulated for Alocasias, with a chunky, well-draining blend that prevents waterlogging.

Growth habit

Upright →Clumping →

Plant type

Aroid →Foliage houseplant →

Toxicity

Harmful if chewed or swallowed. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children, and wash your hands after pruning.

Origins

Alocasia 'Curly Bambino' is a cultivated hybrid, likely derived from Alocasia 'Polly' or closely related Amazonica-group cultivars. It has been selected for its compact size and distinctively curled leaf margins.

Genus

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does my plant come with a pot?
Your plant will arrive in its nursery grow pot — the plastic pot it's been growing in. We don't include a decorative pot as standard, and there's a good reason for that: it means you get to choose one that fits your space and style, rather than being stuck with something that doesn't suit your home.

It also means you're not paying extra for a pot you might not want. The nursery pot is perfectly fine to keep your plant in for a while, just pop it inside a decorative cover pot or cache pot and you're good to go. When you're ready to repot (usually after a growing season or when roots start poking out the bottom), you can move it into something more permanent with fresh soil.

If you're not sure what size cover pot to go for, check the pot selector tool listed above, you'll want a decorative pot that's a centimetre or two wider than that to give it a comfortable fit.
How big will my plant be when it arrives?
Every plant on our site includes the pot size (e.g. 12cm) and, where possible, an approximate height. That's the most reliable way to set your expectations, photos can sometimes make a plant look larger or smaller than it really is.

If you're thinking "that sounds quite small for the price," here's something worth knowing: younger, smaller plants almost always adapt better to your home than larger ones. They adjust faster to your light and humidity, put out new growth more quickly, and tend to establish stronger root systems long-term. A plant that grows into your space will usually outperform one that was already big when it arrived.

That said, every plant is an individual. The one you receive may vary slightly in height, shape, or fullness compared to the photo, that's the nature of living things, not a quality issue. We select healthy, well-established specimens, and if you ever feel your plant doesn't match what you were expecting, just get in touch and we'll take a look.
What makes your plants different from the supermarket or garden centre?
There's a big difference between a plant that's been sitting under on a retail shelf and one that's been looked after and cared for by people who specialise in exactly this.

Our plants are grown in house or sourced from specialist nurseries, many of them varieties you simply won't find at your local garden centre or supermarket. Before anything leaves us, it's checked over by our horticultural team to make sure it's healthy, well-rooted, and ready to thrive in your home. We're not shifting volume off a pallet, we're choosing plants we'd want to keep ourselves.

When you buy from a supermarket, you get a plant and a generic care label. When you buy from us, you get the knowledge that comes with it, detailed care guidance, a team you can actually contact if something isn't going right, and the confidence that what's arriving has been looked after properly from the moment it was grown to the moment it reaches your door.

We're a specialist nursery first, not a retailer that happens to sell plants. That's the difference, and you'll see it the moment you open the box.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
First things first, unbox it as soon as you can. Plants don't love being in dark boxes any more than you would, and the sooner yours is out and breathing, the better.

Remove all the packaging carefully, give the soil a check with your finger, and water lightly if it feels dry. Then find it a spot with appropriate light, but avoid putting it straight into harsh direct sun or next to a radiator. Think of it like arriving somewhere new after a long journey: it needs a moment to adjust.

It's completely normal for your plant to look a little tired or droopy after transit. This is called transit stress, and most plants bounce back within a week or two. You might see a yellow leaf or some drooping, don't panic, and resist the urge to overwater or start repotting straight away.

Our advice for the first couple of weeks: leave it in its nursery pot, water it only when the top layer of soil feels dry, and let it acclimatise to your home's light, temperature, and humidity. Once it's settled in and showing signs of new growth, you can think about repotting or moving it to its permanent spot.

Every plant we sell comes with a care guide on the product page so you'll know exactly what it needs going forward. And if anything doesn't look right, get in touch with our team, we're always happy to help.
Will my plant survive being shipped?
Yes! and we go to serious lengths to make sure of it. Every plant is hand-packed by our team with protective wrapping and secure, custom-designed boxes to keep it stable and safe in transit. We've shipped hundreds of thousands of plants across the UK and our packaging methods have been refined over years to handle the bumps and jolts of delivery.

During colder months, we monitor weather forecasts and offer heat packs where needed to protect against frost. In extreme conditions, we may hold your order for a day or two rather than risk sending it out, we'd rather you wait an extra day than receive a stressed plant.

That said, plants are living things, and the occasional transit wobble can happen. If your plant arrives damaged or isn't in the condition you'd expect, just get in touch within 48 hours with a photo, and we'll make it right, whether that's a replacement or a full refund. No fuss.

The short version: we treat every box like it's going to someone who really cares about what's inside, because it is.
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Everything about Alocasia

Alocasia are some of the most striking houseplants you can grow. Bold, architectural leaves on slender stems that immediately draw the eye. They're native to tropical and subtropical forests across Southeast Asia, where they grow on the forest floor in warm...

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Rated by real customers

Customers praised this "stunning little plant" for arriving healthy with "gorgeous" leaves. Reviews highlighted "excellent" packaging that ensures plants arrive in "perfect condition." Many noted rapid new leaf growth after delivery. One customer reported a soft, rotting leaf, and shipping costs were mentioned as high.

  • Arrived very healthy - was very well packaged. I already have a new leaf!
  • The leaves are gorgeous and theres not a mark or and damage what so ever
  • Great quality, having a growth spurt, and I actually had a bonus mini plant as extra!
  • 5 stars: 33 (94%)
  • 4 stars: 1 (3%)
  • 3 stars: 1 (3%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Anna W.
Lovely alocasia

Love this shop. Every plant I’ve had so far has come in perfect condition and has gone onto thrive. Thoroughly recommend.

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Kirsten G.
Lovely healthy little plant with

Lovely healthy little plant with 2 good sized leaves and a new one sprouting, looks really glossy. Was packaged very carefully as always. A great little buy.

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Tara M.
Super cute

Great quality, having a growth spurt, and I actually had a bonus mini plant as extra!

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Karl R.
Great quality

Really healthy plant with plenty of strong leaves for a juvenile.

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Carol P.
Alosasia

My curly bambino is thriving ,arrived well packaged and in perfect condition,as have all my plants from this company x

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Marta (United Kingdom)
6cm

Stunning little plant!
I really hope I wont murder it!😆😅

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Claire C.
New leaf already!

Arrived very healthy - was very well packaged. I've had it for 2 weeks and I already have a new leaf :-) I bought the Alocasia potting mix for repotting it too.

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Geraldine

Love alocasias and this is a beaty

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Geraldine

Love alocasias and this is a beaty

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Leigh

Lovely plant

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Leigh

Lovely plant

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Kevin
Top seller.

My plants arrived in perfect condition due them being securly packaged meaning no mess or any broken leafs or damaged to the stems. Will definatley be ordering again and will recommend the company to my friends.

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lisa f.
i LOVE this little plant

i LOVE this little plant . It is very healthy with 0 damage due to being packaged securely . The leaves are gorgeous and theres not a mark or and damage what so ever

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Plant

Green

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Grazia M.
Love it

Mini adorable perfect for my terrarium

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Gaynor R.
Cute little plant

Very small & cute, bottom leaf was soft & rotting

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Paul G.
Alocasia 'Curly Bambino'

Arrived perfectly packaged
In great condition as with did all the other plants

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Wendy H.
Superb

Excellent as usual, healthy and in perfect condition. My only issue is shipping costs. I would order a lot more if the postage was a tad cheaper.

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Jenna B.
Great addition to my collection

Nice, healthy little alocasia. Arrived in perfect condition and leaves have already grown in size since I got it.

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Chloe M.
Beautiful healthy plant

Beautiful and healthy with lots of new growth coming through!

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Antoinette M.
I love alocasias, and the

I love alocasias, and the "Curly Bambino" is one of my favorites. I am never disappointed with the plants I buy from Grow Tropicals - their service is second to none and their plants are always healthy and gorgeous!

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Jacquie B.
very impressed with the quality

very impressed with the quality of the plants received. Packaged with the utmost care too

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Melanie L.
This super cute plant came

This super cute plant came in amazing condition with three leaves, one unfurling and another starting to show and has had no issues acclimatizing. Packaged carefully and great communication with company, cannot wait to watch it grow :u1F970:

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Britt Z.
Great quality plant and careful

Great quality plant and careful shipping thank you.

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Tom T.
Beautiful healthy plant, already pushed

Beautiful healthy plant, already pushed out a huge brand new leaf.

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Sahar R.
Very well packaged, healthy plant.

Very well packaged, healthy plant. I really love it! It was priced well and it’s so lovely!

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Michael W.
Excellent plant!

Excellent plant!

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Annette

Healthy and Carefully packaged.

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Annette

Healthy and Carefully packaged.

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Charlotte W.
Very pretty

Very healthy little plant, currently working on a new leaf and hasn’t missed a beat even though it’s been in shipping.

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Trudy M.
Very healthy, plenty of leaves,

Very healthy, plenty of leaves, well packaged, arrived in perfect condition.

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