Alocasia gagaena 'California'

Growing Information

Temp: below 45°F plant may go dormant

Light: 65%-73% shade, likes high light, but will do reasonably well in 80% shade

Soil: aerated mix containing bark, coarse perlite and peat moss

Mature Height: 2 ½-3'

Pot Size: 8-14"

Hardiness: Zone 7b

Major Pests: Mites
(Control: Avid, Pentac, and Kelthane)

Diseases: Alternaria, Botrytis Blight, Anthractnose, Phytophthora/Pythium Rot, Rhizoctonia Root and Stem Rot, and Xanthomonas Blight

Origin: NA

Alocasia gagaena ‘California’ is an attractive plant that makes a very useful garden ornamental. It can tolerate winter temperatures down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit for extended periods of time. The green leaves are undulated and very slightly sinuate at the margins. The midrib and primary surface veins are quite prominent and enhance the appearance of this plant.

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