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Alocasia 'Sarian'

Also Known As

  • Sarian African Mask
  • Sarian Elephant Ear

Plant type

perennial, aroid

size

  • H: 8'-12'
  • W: 6'-10'

planting zones

  • 9a-12

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Alocasia 'Sarian' plant details

Alocasia 'Sarian' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aroid with green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 'Sarian'

Plant type: perennial aroid
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alocasia 'Sarian'

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly 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 ‘Sarian’ is a ginormous tropical Elephant Ear displaying deep green, arrowhead-shaped leaves with thick white veins. This amazing aroid grows in an upright, vase-shaped clump habit. The leaves are carried on large, greenish brown-speckled stems. It grows up to 12 feet tall in an warm, outdoor climate with leaves reaching up to 5 feet in length. Amazing! If grown in a household or cooler climate, the plant will not reach those dimensions. Elephant Ear Plants are great for adding color and texture in landscapes and containers. Works as a houseplant as well! Keep evenly moist and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prefers bright, indirect light to partial sun. Avoid the scorching rays of afternoon sun, as the leaves may burn. Protect from frost!
Alocasia sarian is a remarkable aroid with large arrowhead shaped leaves, white veins and a slight velvet feel to the leaves. The stems are striped. Alocasia Sarian can grow fast in warm humid areas and does not like temps below 55 °F. It should be allowed to dry out between watering. This plant should be one of the first plants you bring in when cool temps arrive. Foliage: Arrowhead shaped leaves that point upward, streaked stems Flowers: Hooded Height: 12 Feet

Gardening facts about Alocasia 'Sarian' plant

How to Grow Alocasia 'Sarian'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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aka Alocasia macrorrhiza, Alocasia plumbea 'Metallica', Giant Upright Elephant Ear, Metallica Elephant's Ear, Metallica Taro

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aroid

Zones

7b-12

Size

Height: 6'-12'

Width: 5'-10'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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aka Alocasia x 'Portadora', Alocasia x 'Portora', Alocasia x portora 'Portodora', Hybrid Upright Elephant Ear

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aroid

Zones

7b-12

Size

Height: 6'-8'

Width: 4'-6'

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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aka Alocasia 'William's Hybrid', Hardy Elephant Ear

Plant Type

Perennial, Aroid

Zones

7a-12

Size

Height: 3'-8'

Width: 2'-6'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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aka Alocasia 'Gagaena California', Dwarf Elephant Ear, Gagaena California Elephant Ear

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aroid

Zones

9a-12

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 2'-3'

  • mostly sun - shade
  • even moisture - regular
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aka Alocasia calidora, Alocasia x 'Calidora', Calidora Elephant Ear

Plant Type

Perennial, Aroid

Zones

10a-12

Size

Height: 5'-7'

Width: 3'-6'

  • sun - shade
  • even moisture - regular
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