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Alocasia plumbea

Family Araceae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone
Care Level
Height 1.8 - 4.5 m (6 - 15 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 2.4 m (3 - 8 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The tender perennial Alocasia plumbea bears white blossoms. The showy glossy foliage is deep green in colour, bold in texture and evergreen. A specimen plant, Alocasia plumbea can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container, specimen and tropical.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Alocasia plumbea will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.