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    Alocasia 'Dark Star' PP29870

    Also Known As

    • Dark Star Elephant Ear

    Plant type

    perennial, aroid

    size

    • H: 6'-10'
    • W: 6'-8'

    planting zones

    • 8b-12

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    Alocasia 'Dark Star' PP29870 plant details

    Alocasia 'Dark Star' PP29870 is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial aroid with green foliage. 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 'Dark Star' PP29870

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

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Alocasia 'Dark Star' PP29870

    USDA Zones: 8b - 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 ‘Dark Star’ is a tender clumping perennial that displays large, ovate, emerald-green leaves on black stems. Protect from hot afternoon sun. Elephant Ear Plant in great for adding color and texture in landscapes and containers. Keep evenly moist and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Protect from freezing temperatures!

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    Gardening facts about Alocasia 'Dark Star' PP29870 plant

    How to Grow Alocasia 'Dark Star' PP29870

    • 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

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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