Alocasia longiloba 'Argentea'

Alocasia longiloba 'Argentea' is a fast-growing broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with green, variegated and white 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 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 longiloba 'Argentea'

Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber

Plant family: araceae

Foliage: semi-evergreen green, variegated and white

Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall

Flowers: white and insignificant flowers blooms in spring

Uses: border plant, container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alocasia longiloba 'Argentea'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12

Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade

Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained