Alocasia safari Ivory Coast or elephant ears is a striking plant with dark green leaves, light coloured venation, and pink stems. The plant looks amazing as an indoor or outdoor feature plant with long stems and large structural leaves. Alocasias are members of the aroid family of plants and were native to tropical Asia. They thrive in warm humid environments. Alocasias aren't the easiest plants to care for, so we do not recommend them for beginners. Please read the information below for more information.
Alocasias are toxic if eaten and are skin and eye irritants. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Light requirement: Part sun/part shade and Bright indirect sunlight
Water requirement: High
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Soil: Rich, consistently moist but well-draining.
Skill level: Expert
Growth rate: Intermediate
Suitable for containers: Yes
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Drought tolerance: Low
Frost tolerance: Low
Wind tolerance: Low
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Suitable for shaping: No
Colour: Brownish dark green with cream venation
Variegation: Yes
Size: Large
Seasonality: Younger plants might go into winter dormancy when not in their normal climatic habitat (e.g. in Sydney).
Flowering: Yes; but primarily grown for it's foliage
Flower colour: White
Flower fragrant: No
Flowering season: Spring and summer
Fruit: Insignificant
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