alocasia gageana california

Description

Alocasia gageana is a smaller version of both Alocasia odora and Alocasia macrorrhizos that hails from Myanmar (Burma). The Alocasia gageana forms a thick above-ground trunk, which supports the upright held 60cm long, scalloped-edged leaves. Slightly moist, but well drained soils and part sun seems to grow the best plants.

Growth Spread	1.2 meters cm
Growth Height	1.2-2 meters
Water Requirements	Keep moist, but avoid over-watering.
Frost Sensitive	Yes
Flowering Period	Not grown for flowers.
Light Requirements	Bright indirect light for at least 6 hours. Will tolerate semi-shade.
Soil Requirements	Well drained compost rich soil. Prefer slightly Acidic soil with ph5.5-6.5.