ALOCASIA CRASSIFOLIA

Alocasia Crassifolia is a highly desirable large, green terrestrial elephant ear.

The leathery, deep green leaves are paler on the lower surface. They are distinctive not only for their size and shape but also because of their prominent veins. The midrib and numerous primary lateral veins are distinctively raised and this pattern is accented by a massive network of recessed veinlets between the primary veins which result in a somewhat blue effect. The pattern is clearly visible because the plant holds its leaves erect. The leaf can reach a 12” wide and 30” long size. The margins of the leaf are very slightly undulated and revolute.

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ALOCASIA 'DEWEY'S REVERSA'

This is a dwarf variety of Alocasia. The darker shade of color along the midrib and nerves of the leaf is the reverse of what is usual in the genus. The leaf is thick and has deep blue-green zones spreading out from the midrib toward the edges. The remaining area of the upper surface is ash blue.

The inflorescence is yellowish-green with rose-burgundy margins. Mature leaves are typically 6-9” long.

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Hardiness Zone – 9-11. Below 45° Fahrenheit the plant may go dormant.
Bloom – Yellowish green with rose-burgundy around the margins.
Winter – Not Applicable
Mature Height - This plant will grow to 10-12”
Sun - Prefers bright light, filtered sun, but will tolerate up to 80% shade.
Water - Keep soil evenly moist.
Fertilizer - Use balanced fertilizer.
Soil - This plant is adaptable to different soils, but will do best in a well drained mix.
Container - This is an excellent container plant.

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ALOCASIA RUGOSA

This Alocasia looks and feels like plastic. It is small growing and is a surprisingly unique plant. Alocasia Rugosa is a strong, steady slow grower, tolerant to dry indoor conditions, and perfect for partial sun or shade.

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Hardiness Zone - 9.
Bloom - Small, cream white.
Winter - Below 45°F may go dormant.
Mature Height - 8" - 12"
Sun - Can adjust to filtered sun, but prefers shade. No direct sun.
Water - Keep soil moist.
Fertilizer - Use a balanced fertilizer - once a month in the growing season.
Soil - Best in good quality potting soil.
Container - This is a good container plant.

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ALOCASIA REGINULA 'BLACK VELVET'

This Alocasia is a beautiful dwarf variety with leaves that have a significant amount of black coloration on the leaf surface. The leaves look and feel velvety on their surface and have coppery color on the underside. This plant likes high light but will do reasonably well in 80% shade. It is the perfect table top plant.

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Hardiness Zone - 9-10. This is a tender plant and will not tolerate frost.
Bloom - Not significant.
Winter – Below 45 Fahrenheit the plant may go dormant.
Mature Height - This plant will grow to 12-18”
Sun - Prefers bright light, but will tolerate shade.
Water – Let the soil slightly dry between watering.
Fertilizer - Use a balanced fertilizer at a moderate rate.
Soil – Alocasia Black Velvet needs good quality potting soil – containing bark, perlite and peat moss
Container - This is an excellent container plant.

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ALOCASIA TRIANGULARIS

Alocasia triangularis is a strong heat-tolerant plant with quite a different look. Its leaves are triangle shaped with tightly ruffled edges. It is best to plant among smaller plants to show off the unusual form and texture of the leaves. As the bulbs age, the plant will grow stronger and taller.

It is very easy to grow. If it is kept in container it is easy to separate the bulbs for a multitude of plants for the next season. If it is planted in the ground without lifting the bulbs, the clump will be stronger and taller next year.

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Hardiness Zone – 9-10. Below 45° Fahrenheit the plant may go dormant.
Bloom - Not Applicable.
Winter – In colder climates lift the bulbs and over winter them in slightly moist soil. Do not expose the bulbs to frost. In milder climates the bulbs can over winter in the garden – if the soil doesn’t freeze.
Mature Height - This plant will grow to 3-4' tall.
Sun - Prefers bright light, but will tolerate partial shade.
Water - Keep soil evenly moist.
Fertilizer – Use balanced fertilizer during growing season.
Soil - This plant prefers well draining rich organic soil but will do reasonably well in any well draining mix.
Container - This is an excellent container plant.

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COLOCASIA BLACK MAGIC - TARO PLANT
Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic'

This Colocasia has intense colors and dark, plum leaves that appear black. The leaves grow on a dark, burgundy-black stem. It looks beautiful when contrasted with light green colors.

Black Magic has an 8' spread at its mature size.

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Hardiness Zone - 7b.
Bloom - Not Applicable.
Winter - Below 45°F, this plant may go dormant.
Mature Height - This plant grows to 4' - 6'
Sun - It likes bright light, but not direct sun.
Water - This plant grows well on watery banks and in boggy areas. If planted in the garden it needs plenty of water.
Fertilizer - Use a balanced fertilizer.
Soil - Use a mix containing bark, perlite, and peat moss.
Container - This is a good container plant.

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COLOCASIA ELEPAIO – COLOCASIA MILKY WAY
Colocasia esculenta 'Elepaio'

This is a spectacular rare elephant ear that originally was available only to the Hawaiian Royalties. The 3' tall leaves are heavily spotted with paint-like white flecks. The markings are random and not two leaves are the same. Some of the leaves may have white spots as large as half of the leaf.

It is a dramatic landscape plant for a bright spot in the garden that doesn't receive direct sunlight. Direct sun would burn the white parts of the leaves. This plant thrives in rich, organic, moist soil. It is a fast growing plant. 

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Hardiness Zone – 8-11
Bloom – Not applicable.
Winter – This plant may go dormant below 45 Fahrenheit. The tuber has to be lifted for the winter in colder climate to protect from the frost.
Mature Height - This plant can grow to 3'.
Sun – Bright light but not direct sunlight.
Water – As most of the Elephant Ears this plant likes moist soil, regular watering
Fertilizer – Use balanced fertilizer.
Soil – Well draining rich, compost type soil.
Container – This is an excellent container plant.

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COLOCASIA MIDNIGHT
Colocasia esculenta ‘Midnight’

This is a collector’s plant! It is a new Colocasia that has darker leaves than Colocasia Black Magic. The deep purple stem and velvety leaves are so dark that they look black in natural light. Some sectors of the leaves might be green.  Colocasia Midnight sends out runners but it is slow to spread.

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Hardiness Zone – 7b-10. Below 45° Fahrenheit the plant may go dormant.
Bloom – Not Applicable.
Winter – Not Applicable.
Mature Height - This plant can grow to 3'
Sun - Prefers light shade.
Water - Keep soil evenly moist.
Fertilizer - Use a balanced fertilizer.
Soil - Use a mix containing bark, perlite, and peat moss.
Container - This is a good container plant.

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GIANT ELEPHANT EAR
Xanthosoma Sagittifolium

This Jurassic looking giant will grow almost everywhere, reaching an impressive height of up to 9 feet. It makes a wonderful patio or house plant, planted in a large container. It prefers a rich organic soil, with plenty of water and good drainage.  If the conditions are not favorable, this plant will not grow tall.

This Elephant Ear will thrive in any light condition. In cold weather it will go dormant. In colder climate zone (7a or lower) the bulb has to be lifted for the winter.

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Hardiness Zone - 7b. Below 45°F, this plant may go dormant.
Bloom - Cream white, large.
Winter - Below 45°F, this plant may go dormant.
Mature Height - Grows to 9'.
Sun - Thrives in both full sun and shade environments.
Water - Requires frequent watering.
Fertilizer - Use a balanced fertilizer.
Soil - Tolerates a wide range of soil types. Will perform best in rich organic soil.
Container - Excellent potted plant, but needs a large container to grow large. Will not grow as large in a pot as in the wild.

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