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Alocasia x Calidora |
Formerly Known as Persian Palm, Calodora, Caladora
Alocasia x Calidora (formerly known as Persian Palm, Calodora & Caladora) = (A. Gagaena California x A. Odora) Cold Hardy Zones 7b-10 - Definitely gets the "easy award". The "X" in the plant name means that it is a Hybrid species plant. What a great plant to have and now is the perfect time to to plant! Where ever these are grown they add a tropical look to the area. These are like owning a miniature Borneo Giant! These plants grow to heights of 7-12 feet tall (maybe taller) and the somewhat serrated deep green leaves grow to 42+" long and 36+" wide! Over time if allowed, they form 'trunks' like A. Macrorrhiza and X. Sagittifolium does that pushes the leaves even higher into the air. Mature leaves are a rounded, heart shaped, dark green on the surface that are held atop by thick green stems like arms. Can be container grown or placed in the yard. To grow to its full potential, it should be planted in ground to allow roots to spread (and they will), but can be over wintered in a container in colder areas. If grown in a container, it should be a large (15 gallon or better) to allow the plant space. They will live and grow in smaller pots but may not get to full potential. They can produce babies (pups) soon after planting that can be shared with friends or replanted in another location. They will give a real full look if grouped by twos. Needs well draining soil like other alocasias and are fast growing. What a beautiful different plant to have that is very easy to grow, strong and appealing. Likes bright light but will do well in 80% shade, just wont grow as fast. If grown in full sun, will need more frequent watering. These will get LARGE! These are rapid growing and are ready to be placed in a larger container or yard. If you're looking for large Jurassic style plants to beef up your landscape, this would be a great choice! These don't need fertilizers but if you do, they will respond well. A care sheet is sent with all purchases to help you grow with better success. The bases are thickening up and they should be huge in a short time! They're such an easy plant to grow, you don't need a green thumb for them to grow nice for you!
Grows to heights of at least 7-12+ feet tall with mammoth leaves on top of a trunk like stem!
This plant (among others) is a result of one of the many projects produced from extensive hybrid research by LariAnn Garner at the Aroidia Research lab back in the 1980's. Since its introduction onto mainstream collectors, it has become a very popular favorite and are now found growing all over the North and South America (probably a few in Europe as well) to huge sizes. You should visit Aroidia Research site and see what new plans they have for the future! Another famous plant produced by LariAnn is the Alocasia x Portora (formerly sold publicly as Alocasia Portidora). The Alocasia x Portora grows to at least 12 ft in height and the leaves are extremely undulate with rigid purple stems and veins.
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