$55.00. Working 2 to 4 inches of compost into the site before you plant helps the soil retain moisture while also supplying organic matter. Amazonica does well in moderate humidity and when placed in the controlled eviroment of a terrarium the results can be spectacular thus giving virtually anyone the ability to tend a piece of the tropics. Compost should be worked into the soil at a ratio of 1/40 lb bag per 16 sq. Alocasia species are conventionally propagated through seeds and corms. Join our friendly community that shares tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants. The backs of the leaves are a rich, reddish purple. Other Alocasia cultivars and species, like the coveted Alocasia ‘Stingray’ and the unusual Alocasia cuprea, can still be tricky to find. It may be exchanged or refunded in case of damage or defective condition on a case to case basis. when growing inside supplemental light and humidity would be appreciated and encourage new, quicker growth. 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Join our friendly community that shares tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants. You can also start them indoors six weeks earlier in pots, then transplant the actively growing plants outdoors after frost. I recommend trying Alocasia Calidora for first time growers but remember to leave room in your garden because you will have to have more. Plant tubers 2 to 3 inches deep in the prepared planting site or pot. FOR SALE! SaladBeardFarms. This species has very striking foliage. Alocasia grows as a perennial in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 8 through 11, depending on the specific variety. Alocasia is a genus of broad-leaved rhizomatous or tuberous perennial flowering plants from the family Araceae. This highly sought after Aroid has beautiful green veining on the front of a leaf that is shaped similar to an arrow head and it has a stunning deep red color on the back of the leaves – it’s stunning look combined with the rarity has made it one of the “Jewel” Alocasias that are considered the crown jewels of the entire genus. It is a very rewarding plant for any collector, especially since it isn’t difficult to grow. A very unusual Alocasia from the tropical rainforests of South and Central America with metallic deep red and green leaves and deeply impressed dark veins, giving it the look of hammered metal. Alocasia Baginda (cuprea) Dragon Scale is an exceptionally decorative plant. This Alocasia stays compact and its suitable for terrariums. The green leaf cultivars such as Calidora and California love water these types will grow well along side a pond or lake. Small plants currently available (all plants have at least one leaf but may have more) – pictured in a 6″ round pot. 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