Family: Araceae (a-RAY-see-ee) (Info)
Genus: Alocasia (a-loh-KAY-see-uh) (Info)
Species: infernalis
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Category:
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Height:
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing:
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Sun Exposure:
Partial to Full Shade
Full Shade
Danger:
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Bloom Color:
White/Near White
Bloom Time:
Blooms all year
Foliage:
Grown for foliage
Dark/Black
Velvet/Fuzzy-Textured
Veined
Other details:
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Soil pH requirements:
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
Patent Information:
Unknown - Tell us
Propagation Methods:
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Seed Collecting:
Remove fleshy coating on seeds before storing
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
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