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Alocasia, Upright Elephant Ear 'African Queen'

Alocasia

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Family
Araceae (a-RAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Alocasia (a-loh-KAY-see-uh)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Partial to Full Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness

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Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Foliage Color

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Seed Collecting

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Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

New Orleans, Louisiana

Brazoria, Texas

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