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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial or Dappled Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Plant Height: 18 to 24 inches (45-60cm)
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Flower Time: Other: Seasonal.
Underground structures: Rhizome
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Toxicity: Other: All parts of plant contain calcium oxalate crystals, an irritant to the mouth and esophagus. Toxic to cats and dogs.
Propagation: Seeds: Other info: Remove seed from berry which contains chemicals that inhibit germination. Viability declines if seeds are allowed to dry. Soak overnight in distilled water and plant.
Propagation: Other methods: Division
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Common names
  • Kris Plant
  • Elephant Ear
  • Sander's Alocasia
  • Jewel Alocasia
  • Elephant's Ear

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Kindly identify this plant please and thank you😋 by Toddotap Jul 15, 2016 12:46 PM 2

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