Need assist with I.D. please

Georgetown, SC(Zone 8a)

I found this on sale today at H.D. The tag said "Colocasia, Black Magic". Now, I know "that ain't it"!
Whatever it is, I figured it was worth $4.96. :)

But what is it? Looks more like an alocasia to me, or possibly a xanthosoma?
I have a photos showing the shape of the leaf, top, bottom, and general form.

If you recognize it, please do help me out?
Many thanks,
Deb
Here the shape of the leaves. They're fairly thick.

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Georgetown, SC(Zone 8a)

Back of the leaf.

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Georgetown, SC(Zone 8a)

Front of leaf.

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Georgetown, SC(Zone 8a)

General shape.

This is about 2 1/2 feet tall.

Thanks!

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Miami, FL(Zone 10a)

That is Alocasia wentii.

LariAnn
Aroidia Research

Georgetown, SC(Zone 8a)

Thank you, LariAnn!
Looks like $5 was a pretty good deal. :)

Now I know where to plant this fella.
Deb

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