Alocasia x amazonica

African Mask

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Common Name:

African Mask

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Variegated Green Brown

Sun (From 0 to 5):

1

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

18°C

Maximum height:

60 cm

Maximum width:

40 cm

African Mask (Alocasia x amazonica) - Description

Elephant's Ears are usually found along streams or in marshes in tropical regions of Southern Asia. They have large leaves, that can sometimes come in various colors and somewhat resemble Elephant's Ears.

African Mask (Alocasia x amazonica) - Growth

Does best with warmth and humidity.

African Mask (Alocasia x amazonica) - Planting

Seeds should be sown when temperatures climb above 70°F (21°C). The underground stems can be divided for vegetative propagation in spring or summer. Stems should be rooted in spring or early summer.

African Mask (Alocasia x amazonica) - Pest

Prone to mealybugs and scale insects.

African Mask (Alocasia x amazonica) - Interesting facts

Plants in the genus Alocasia are closely related to plants in Colocasia. Both groups of plants are called Elephant's Ears due to their large leaves. Some species of Elephant's Ears have leaves large enough that they can be used as umberellas.Elephant's Ears are poisonous if ingested and contact with them may cause some mild irritation. The toxin in these plants is calcium oxalate. This compound can be washed away or neutralized from cooking. After the toxins are neutralized, the underground stem of some of the plants in Alocasia can be eaten. The edible plants of Alocasia are similar, but should not be confused with Taro: Colocasia esculenta.

African Mask (Alocasia x amazonica) - Soil and irrigation

Although Elephant's Ears do best with well-drained soils, they can withstand soggy soils. Water freely when the plants are actively growing. Provide soil that is rich with organic matter, loam and sand.