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Alocasia 'Maharani'
Also Known As
- Alocasia maharani
Plant type
perennial, aroid
size
- H: 10"-15"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Alocasia 'Maharani' plant details
Alocasia 'Maharani' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aroid with blue foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Alocasia 'Maharani'
- Plant type: perennial aroid
- Plant family: araceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 10 IN - 15 IN - tall
- Uses: houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Alocasia 'Maharani'
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Alocasia 'Maharani'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
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'
- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- mostly sun - shade
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