Alocasia Macrorrhiza

Alocasia Macrorrhiza - 21cm pot
Common Name: Elephants ear plant
Exposure: partial shade
Hardiness: tender
Soil type: moist, well-drained/light
Height: 1.8m
Spread: 0.9m

The elephant ear plant is terrific, lush, jungly bedding plant for growing outside over summer. When mature it sends up a large, shield-like leaf. Stand in a sheltered spot so that the leaves don't get frayed by strong winds.