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Lomalagi Artisan Nurseries

Alocasia

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Alocasia (Wentii, Stingray, PortoDora, Macrorrhiza, Sarian, Zebrina, Frydek, Black Magic)

Alocasia plants are a fantastic addition to any garden. Their tall stems give rise to striking and distinct leaves in an array of shades. (Did we mention how much we love their funky foliage?). For optimal growth, these plants thrive in a humid climate with indirect sunlight and plenty of shade. All of our Alocasias, like every other plant we sell, are cultivated right here at our Nursery.. Beware: Alocasia plants are toxic if ingested. They contain calcium oxalate crystals that can cause irritation of the mouth, throat, and stomach in humans and pets.

Light requirement: Shade/ Part shade or indirect light
Water requirement: Check moisture levels of soils and water when dry to touch. Avoid overwatering as this can lead to water-logging and root rot.

Watering frequency: Water frequently to establish plant, then it only requires minimal drinks.
Soil: Well-draining, fertilised loamy soil. Suits acid, alkaline & neutral soil types.
Skill level: Suits Beginner Green thumb, low-maintenance plant.
Growth rate: Moderate to fast growth.

Suitable for container gardens: Alocasia's are striking feature plants perfect for pots both indoors and outside (shady position only).

Seasonality: Evergreen

Drought Tolerant: Yes, but loves high-humid conditions most.
Frost Tolerant: 'Wentii' can tolerate occasional light frost once established. Alocasia's suits temperate climate.
Wind Tolerant: Yes

‘Wentii’ (Elephants Ear)

Mature Height: 1.5m-possibly 3 metres
Mature Width: 1-1.2m

Leaf colour: Large glossy green leaves with metallic purple undersides
Leaf Variegation pattern: No

Size of leaf: Heart-shaped leaves can grow up larger than 30cm

Flower Colour: White to green spathe (cover) surrounding a white or cream spadix

Flower Shape: Spadix resembles a column. The flower may be followed by globular berries containing several seeds.
Flower Fragrance: No strong fragrance
Flower Season: Infrequent- occurs in optimal growing conditions. Flowering may occur in summer.

‘Stingray’

Mature Height: 3-4m
Mature Width: 1.5-2m

Leaf colour: Glossy green
Leaf Variegation pattern: May occur

Size of leaf: Upright leaves, with characteristic speckled stems, end in a long point resembling a stingray

Flower Colour: Green/white

Flower Shape: White/green long spoon-like flower surrounding a creamy spadix (Similar to a Peace Lily/ Spathiphyllum flower)
Flower Fragrance: No strong fragrance
Flower Season: Infrequent- occurs in optimal growing conditions. Flowering may occur in summer.

‘PortoDora’

Mature Height: 1.5-2m
Mature Width: 1-1.5m

Leaf colour: Green & glossy
Leaf Variegation pattern: Prominent veins can be observed, but no variegation

Size of leaf: Large wavy leaves with arrow-shaped base

Flower Colour: White to green spathe (cover) surrounding a white or cream spadix

Flower Shape: Spadix resembles a column.
Flower Fragrance: No strong fragrance
Flower Season: Infrequent- occurs in optimal growing conditions. Flowering may occur in summer.

‘Macrorrhiza’

Mature Height: 1.5m
Mature Width: 1-1,5m

Leaf colour: Green glossy leaves with white/cream marbling or patches
Leaf Variegation pattern: Yes

Size of leaf: Leaves can grow up to an impressive 1 metre!

Flower Colour: White to green spathe (cover) surrounding a white or cream spadix

Flower Shape: Spadix resembles a column.
Flower Fragrance: No strong fragrance
Flower Season: Infrequent- occurs in optimal growing conditions. Flowering may occur in summer.

‘Sarian’

Mature Height: 1.5-2m
Mature Width: 1-1.5m

Leaf colour: Dark green
Leaf Variegation pattern: No

Size of leaf: Huge, arrow-shaped leaves with white/yellow veins, produced from long mottled/stripy stems

Flower : It is unknown if this variety flowers.

‘Zebrina’

Mature Height: 1-1.5m
Mature Width: 1-1.5m

Leaf colour: Green, glossy
Leaf Variegation pattern: No

Size of leaf: Elongated, arrow-shaped leaves. Long stems are stripy, resembling a zebra.

Flower Colour: White to green spathe (cover) surrounding a white or cream spadix

Flower Shape: Spadix resembles a column.
Flower Fragrance: No strong fragrance
Flower Season: Infrequent- occurs in optimal growing conditions. Flowering may occur in summer.

‘Frydek’

Mature Height: 1m
Mature Width: 1m

Leaf colour: Dark-green velvet leaves, with striking white/ light green veins
Leaf Variegation pattern: Can occur

Size of leaf: The arrow-headed leaves can grow larger than 20cm.

Flower Colour: White to green spathe (cover) surrounding a white or cream spadix

Flower Shape: Spadix resembles a column
Flower Fragrance: No strong fragrance
Flower Season: Infrequent- occurs in optimal growing conditions. Flowering may occur in summer.

‘Black Magic’ - This variety loves to be planted in boggy areas, or even shallow ponds.

Mature Height: Up to 1m
Mature Width: 60cm

Leaf colour: Black/ deep purple (will darken as it grows)
Leaf Variegation pattern: No

Size of leaf: Leaves can grow to 60cm and are heart-shaped with white/green veins
Flower: It is unknown if this variety flowers.

‘Colocasia esculenta’ (Taro) - Downward facing leaves that resemble elephant ears. Require regular watering during summer. Taro corms can be consumed but must be fully cooked before eating as they are poisonous raw; an alternative to potato. Leaves are commonly cooked into a stew etc.

Mature Height: 90-180cm
Mature Width: 90-180cm

Leaf colour: Rich green, soft-velvety leaves
Leaf Variegation pattern: No

Size of leaf: Large,
Flower: Yellowish-green spathe and spadix.