Alocasia 'Sting Ray'

Alocasia 'Sting Ray'

Growing Information

  • Grow Time: Finish a 6" in 12-16 weeks
  • 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: 3-4 ½'
  • Pot Size: 6-14"
  • Hardiness: Zone 9
  • 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: Unknown

Take a look at this leaf! This unique alocasia has a leaf that is shaped just like a sting ray. Sure to be a hit in a container or the landscape. A nice conversation piece that is easy to grow.