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Alocasia 'Nairobi Nights'

Also Known As

  • Alocasia 'Nairobi Night'

Plant type

perennial, aroid

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Alocasia 'Nairobi Nights' plant details

Alocasia 'Nairobi Nights' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aroid with blue, green, pink and variegated foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - 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 'Nairobi Nights'

Plant type: perennial aroid
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green, pink and variegated
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alocasia 'Nairobi Nights'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Alocasia ‘Nairobi Night’ is a gorgeous tropical houseplant displaying large, shiny, very dark green, shield leaves with prominent white veins. Pink petioles are a bonus accent. Makes an impressive clump with age. 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!

Gardening facts about Alocasia 'Nairobi Nights' plant

How to Grow Alocasia 'Nairobi Nights'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • pink
    • green
    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 5'-10'

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Zones

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  • even moisture - regular
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Zones

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  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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  • even moisture - regular
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