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Alocasia Pink Dragon

Scientific Name: Alocasia 'Aurora'

Also Known As

  • Alocasia 'Pink Dragon'

Plant type

perennial, aroid

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 10b-12

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Alocasia Pink Dragon plant details

Alocasia Pink Dragon is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aroid with burgundy, green, variegated and white foliage. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and 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 Pink Dragon

Plant type: perennial aroid
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alocasia Pink Dragon

USDA Zones: 10b - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Alocasia ‘Pink Dragon’ is a showy tropical displaying large, shiny, dark green shield leaves marked with prominent silver veins and bright pink stems. The leaf undersides also provide interest, with a lovely ivory green color and crimson red veins. Grows in an upright, vase-shaped clump. Elephant Ears do best in warmer temperatures and high humidity. They are great for adding color and texture in landscapes and containers. Keep evenly moist and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Protect from freezing temperatures!

Gardening facts about Alocasia Pink Dragon plant

How to Grow Alocasia Pink Dragon

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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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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