Alocasia odora

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: 4-5 ½'

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: Philippines & Taiwan

Also known as Alocasia tonkinensis Engl; ‘Night Scented Lily’. Located in the Philippines and Taiwan. Similar to Alocasia macrorrhiza, except during the intermediate growth stage when the leaves are slightly peltate. Glossy, light green, stiff-fleshy sagittate leaves up to 1m long with elevated stalks from thick stem: flowers fragrant. More cold tolerant than other varieties so it is commonly used as a garden ornamental and for landscaping.

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