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Alocasia macrorrhiza Rubra

Elephant Ear

Alocasia Rubra is a variety of the commonly known Taro, and is grown for its lush foliage. It features large, mid–green, heart shaped leaves with red stems. This perennial typically grows to 1.2 m tall and 1 m wide, performing best on a well-drained, frost free, sheltered site in full sun or partial shade. It may die back in winter but will generally regrow again in the spring. Rubra is commonly used in mixed plantings, maintained in a container, added to tropical gardens, planted around outdoor living areas such as pools and the like, or mass planted around the base of larger trees and shrubs.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Perennials
Height:1.20 m
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Containers, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsSome
Growth rateMedium
Also known asElephant Ear
Sku12770

Alocasia macrorrhiza Rubra Details

Alocasia Rubra is a variety of the commonly known Taro, and is grown for its lush foliage. It features large, mid–green, heart shaped leaves with red stems. This perennial typically grows to 1.2 m tall and 1 m wide, performing best on a well-drained, frost free, sheltered site in full sun or partial shade. It may die back in winter but will generally regrow again in the spring. Rubra is commonly used in mixed plantings, maintained in a container, added to tropical gardens, planted around outdoor living areas such as pools and the like, or mass planted around the base of larger trees and shrubs.

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