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Alocasia cuprea

Family Araceae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone
Care Level
Height 40 - 45 cm (16 - 18 in)
Spread 30 - 75 cm (1 - 2.5 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The tender perennial Alocasia cuprea (giant caladium) bears bright violet and fragrant flowers. The showy glossy foliage is olive and light brown in colour, bold in texture and evergreen. Alocasia cuprea (giant caladium) produces fragrant fruit. A specimen plant, Alocasia cuprea (giant caladium) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container, specimen and tropical.
Cautions The growth rate of Alocasia cuprea (giant caladium) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.