Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Lutea'

Also Known As

Alocasia macrorrhiza 'Lutea'
Lutea Giant Taro
Upright Golden Elephant Ear

Plant type

perennial, aroid

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

9a-12

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Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Lutea' plant details

Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Lutea' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial aroid with green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in 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 macrorrhizos 'Lutea'

Plant type: perennial aroid
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: big leaves, exotic, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Lutea'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Alocasia Macrorrhiza (Lutea) This brightly colored Alocasia is a great landscape plant in a great plant to contrast with darker leaves. The petioles and veins are a bright yellow color and sometimes the leaves tend to be brighter as well. Easy to grow and the color seems to be more intense in full sun to part sun. Keep well drained and water regularly. Foliage: Green large leaves bright yellow veins and petioles Flowers: hooded Height: 6 to 8 feet tall or more in tropical areas

By: Brian's Botanicals

Gardening facts about Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Lutea' plant

How to Grow Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Lutea'

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