Variegated Giant Taro (Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Variegata')

Variegated Giant Taro: A Bold Architectural Statement

Variegated Giant Taro (Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Variegata') is a stunning cultivar of the Upright Elephant Ear, featuring enormous, arrow-shaped leaves (up to 3-4 feet long) dramatically sectored and splashed with creamy white and shades of green. The thick, fleshy stems are also variegated. It grows rapidly into a massive, upright clump 6-8 feet tall, creating a powerful tropical focal point.

Growing the Giant

Plant in spring in rich, moist, well-drained soil, partial shade (full sun may scorch variegation). It thrives in heat and humidity. Water and feed generously. In zones 8 and colder, lift the corm before frost and store warm and dry, or grow as a dramatic container plant. Synonyms: Alocasia macrorrhiza, Arum indicum, Colocasia indica.

Taxonomy

• Family: Araceae
• Genus: Alocasia
• Species: macrorrhizos
• Cultivar: 'Variegata'
• Synonyms: Alocasia macrorrhiza, Arum indicum, Colocasia indica