Alocasia spp.

Elephant's Ear

Family: Araceae Arum


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 8B - 11
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Green
Bloom time Early Spring to Early Fall
Water needs Wet
Landscape uses Border, container, massing, specimen, woodland garden
Height 12" to 10' / 30cm to 3.00m
Spread 12" to 10' / 30cm to 3.00m
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Evergreen, broadleaf
Leaf color Green, variegated
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage