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Also Known As

Alocasia 'Gagaena California'
Dwarf Elephant Ear
Gagaena California Elephant Ear

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

9a-12

4" | $15

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Alocasia gageana plant details

Alocasia gageana is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring white and insignificant flowers flowers emerge Flowers are not showy, but nurture a healthy ecosystem as wildlife habitat. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Alocasia gageana

Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white and insignificant flowers blooms in spring
Uses: big leaves, border plant, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, houseplant, patio, tropical-looking, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alocasia gageana

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tender! Hailing from Malaysia, this true tropical beauty forms a 3-4' clump of bright green leaves with wavy margins, embossed with prominent veins – Part sun to light shade (will take 80% shade) – Use as a summer bedder like Caladiums or as a houseplant – Likes warmth, lots of water and good soil – At it's a best on a shaded summer patio or at pond edge! Bravissimo! Hardy to 25-30 °F. USDA Zone 9-10 3" pot

By: Secret Garden Growers

Alocasia Gagaena California is considered a dwarf elephant ear and can reach up to 4' in height. This variety can fill an area quickly and is a top choice as a landscape plant. Quite unique and very beautiful.

By: Florida Hill Nursery

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Gardening facts about Alocasia gageana plant

How to Grow Alocasia gageana

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant