Alocasia are grown for the fantastic foliage, although they do flower as well. Alocasia amazonica is one of the most commonly grown of the species with cultivars such as Alocasia Amozonia 'Polly' or African Mask plant having large dark foliage with white veins. Alocasia odora or the 'Night Scented Lily' is also popular.
ALOCASIA GROWING CONDITIONS and CARE
Alocasia require frequent watering during summer, misting with a spray bottle will also help. Although Alocasia are usually grown in the pots in the UK they can be grown in the ground if you dig them in Autumn, divide the plant, and over winter indoors or in a Conservatory. Alocasia rarely require water during winter.
Species such as Alocasia macrorrhiza will grow to 2m + with individual leaves 1m long.
Water Alocasia using rain water where possible and if grown outdoors 75% in summer shade for best results.
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