The foliage of mythic Alocasia Cuprea is other-worldly. It is coppery-green and metallic, like the back of an exotic scarab. It commands attention from every on-looker. Cuprea is a stunning transformer as it matures and takes on a darker, richer metallic shade. 
Its name comes from this copper (Latin: cuprea) color. It even has the nerve to show off on the undersides of its leaves–a beautiful maroon. The magic for this plant happens on the Island of Brunei, just below Vietnam, off the Java Sea. Given its native environment, this jewel needs humidity between 80% and 95% humidity, simply achieved with a humidifier.