Alocasia Species, Elephant Ear
Alocasiavenusta

Family: Araceae (a-RAY-see-ee)
Genus: Alocasia (a-loh-KAY-see-uh)
Species: venusta (ven-NUSS-tuh)

Category

Water Requirements

Sun Exposure
Light Shade

Foliage
Grown for foliage
Succulent

Foliage Color

Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing

Hardiness
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Suitable for growing in containers

Danger
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Bloom Color

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information
Non-patented

Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; direct sow after last frost
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium

Seed Collecting
Remove fleshy coating on seeds before storing
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored