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Alocasia
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Alocasia macrorrhizos

AlocasiaHerb

Alocasia macrorrhizos is a species of flowering plant in the arum family (Araceae) that is native to rainforests of Maritime Southeast Asia, New Guinea, and the Murray Islands group in the Torres Strait. It has long been cultivated in South Asia, the Philippines, many Pacific islands, and elsewhere in the tropics, in the order of tens of thousands of years. Common names include giant taro, giant alocasia, ʻape, biga, and pia. In Australia it is known as the cunjevoi.

FamilyAraceae
GenusAlocasia
NativeAsia
LifespanPerennial

Growing Conditions

Provide the right environment for Alocasia to thrive.

Sunlight

IdealFull Sun

Temperature

Ideal18-30°C

Watering

CareModerate

Soil

SoilWell-drained

Best Growing Environment

Native to Asia, Australia & Oceania.

Seasonal Care

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