They are similar to the elephant ears however stand arrowhead straight versus lean over like the elephant ears.
Native to East and Southeast Asia alocasia adore are also often called the night Lily; as they produce flowers similar to calla lilies. The blooms however tend to be more vibrant at night and have a strong scent that can fill an area. Growing alocasia odora plants can be simple as long as one remembers a few things:
- Choose a partially shaded spot! These plants love full morning sun and some shade in the heat of the day.
- Make sure the soil is well draining!
- Make sure they have plenty of room!
These plants can get up to 9 feet tall and 2 to 3 ft wide when planted in the ground versus in a container.
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