giant taro (Alocasia Macrorrhiza) - Perennials

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Partial sun

Hardiness zone

9-11

Minimum temperature

19°F (−7°C)

Soil type

Loam, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral

giant taro

Alocasia Macrorrhiza

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Partial sun
Hardiness zone: 9-11
Minimum temperature: 19°F (−7°C)
Soil type: Loam, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral

Plant traits

Mature height6 ft-15 ft

Mature width4 ft-8 ft

Plant typePerennials

Bloom seasonSummer

Foliage typeEvergreen

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant❌No

Fire tolerant❌No

Pet safe❌toxic

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly❌No

giant taro (Alocasia Macrorrhiza) - Perennials

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