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Giant Taro

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Alocasia macrorrhiza
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Giant Taro
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Common Name: Giant Taro
Botanical Latin Name: Alocasia macrorrhiza
Alternate Common Names: Alocasia macrorrhiza: Giant Taro, Taro, Elephant Ear Taro, Colocasia, Wild Cocoyam, Eddoe, Dasheen
Hardiness Zone: 9a
Color: Green
We do not sell Live plants
We only sell freshly harvested seeds from small time growers, hobbyists and collectors.
Listing is for 5 Seeds

The best thing about Alocasia macrorrhiza is that it has extravagant leaves that resemble the shape of elephant ears. They are stunning for their huge appearance that will create a beautiful display both indoors and outdoors. Also known as Giant Taro, this species also comes in variegated versions. Plus, they’re relatively easy to grow. Scientific Name Alocasia macrorrhiza
Common Name Giant taro, giant alocasia, giant elephant’s ear
Light Semi-Shade, Full Sun
Watering Lots of Water, soak-and-dry method
Temperature 55° and 85°F (13 to 29°C)
Hardiness Zone USDA hardiness zones 9b to 12
Humidity 60% or above
Soil Type Combination of soil, peat moss, perlite
Soil pH Acid to Neutral
Fertilizing Add balanced liquid fertilizer in the growing months
Repotting Repot every two years
Pruning Remove the plant debris and the dying leaves
Propagation Seed, Stem Cuttings (only for mature specimens) or Basal Offset Division
Toxicity Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses
Mature Size 12-15 inches tall in optimum growing conditions with a spread to 6-10 inches wide
Bloom Time Late spring or early summer

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