A Beautiful specimen in the Alocasia family. These would need plenty of room to grow height and width wise. They have large and deep veins turning more yellow as it ages. Prefers moist soils and can be used as an accent or center plant due to its bright colored leaves and stalks.
How to care for Alocasia 'Lutea'
Light. Grows best in partial shade.
Water. Keep the soil evenly moist. It handles wet ground, but constant overwatering in poorly drained spots can cause root rot.
Soil and feeding. Plant it in rich, moisture-retentive soil. It tolerates sand, clay and loam, but it does not tolerate salty soil.
Size. Grows to about 8 ft. The species can reach 12–15 ft tall and 6–10 ft wide, so give it plenty of room.
Problems to watch. Spider mites and mealybugs may be a nuisance; spray with Insecticidal Soap following the label. Wind tears the tender leaves, so choose a sheltered spot.
Good to know. Freezing temperatures kill the leaves, but it regrows from the base when warm weather returns. All parts are toxic if eaten and can irritate skin; keep it away from children and pets.
Sources: UF/IFAS EDIS FPS 33: Alocasia spp., Elephant's Ear
