SPECIMEN NO. #91 ⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS Family: Araceae

Alocasia cuprea

Common Name: Mirror Plant

Alocasia cuprea (Mirror Plant) botanical field specimen photograph

ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination

Toxic to Dogs? YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats? YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:

Inferred from ASPCA: genus 'Alocasia' contains members toxic to dogs and cats. Species-level confirmation pending.

Quantitative Care Thresholds

Light Level Profile Bright Indirect
Minimum Light Requirement 2000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance 6000 Lux
Watering Frequency Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope 16°C – 30°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity 55% RH

Taxonomic & Field Verification

GBIF Usage Key 5329958
Native Biogeographical Range BR; Borneo; Pasto; TW
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