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Xanthosoma atrovirens 'Variegatum Monstrosum'
Also Known As
- Alocasia 'Mickey Mouse'
Plant type
perennial, aroid
size
- H: 3'-7'
- W: 2'-5'
planting zones
- 8b-12
Xanthosoma atrovirens 'Variegatum Monstrosum' plant details
Xanthosoma atrovirens 'Variegatum Monstrosum' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial aroid with green, variegated and white foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled 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 Xanthosoma atrovirens 'Variegatum Monstrosum'
- Plant type: perennial aroid
- Plant family: araceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green, variegated and white
- Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 7 FT - tall
- Uses: tropical
GROWING CONDITIONS for Xanthosoma atrovirens 'Variegatum Monstrosum'
- USDA Zones: 8b - 12
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Xanthosoma atrovirens 'Variegatum Monstrosum'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled 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
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aroid
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 4'
Width: 4'
- bright shade - shade
- high - regular
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