Alocasia cucullata (Buddha's Palm/Chinese Taro)

At a Glance

Origin
SE China
Temperature
light frost
Max Size
1mx1m
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alocasia cucullata

Growing Conditions

Moist to wet soil. Full sun to part shade will tolerate light frosts.

Detailed Description

Fast growing small aroid with lovely deep green twisted and upturned heart shaped leaves. Will grow all the way down to Melbourne and is excellent for tropical look gardens.
This plant is popular in SE Asia around temples and house as it is reputed to bring good luck. The leaves are thought to resemble Buddha's palm when blowing in the wind.

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