Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Shock Treatment'

Also Known As

Shock Treatment Upright Elephant Ear

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 24"-48"

planting zones

7b-12

Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Shock Treatment' plant details

Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Shock Treatment' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. Features glossy texture. 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 macrorrhizos 'Shock Treatment'

Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 48 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Uses: big leaves, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Shock Treatment'

USDA Zones: 7b - 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

Gardening facts about Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Shock Treatment' plant

How to Grow Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Shock Treatment'

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