Giant Elephant Ear (Alocasia 'Calidora') | Large Leaf Tropical Plant

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Giant Elephant's Ear

Alocasia 'Calidora'

A spectacular, fast-growing tropical plant with enormous, upright, ribbed leaves that make a dramatic architectural statement.

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Description

Alocasia 'Calidora' is a spectacular, large-leaved tropical perennial prized for its dramatic, upright vase-shaped form and enormous, ribbed, arrow-shaped leaves. This robust hybrid, a cross involving Alocasia odora, is one of the hardier and most widely grown elephant ears, known for its impressive size and rapid growth in warm conditions . Its large, glossy, ruffled green leaves, reaching up to 6 feet long, create a bold, architectural statement that brings a lush, jungle-like feel to both indoor and outdoor settings .

Quick Facts

Foliage: Enormous, glossy, upright, arrow-shaped, ribbed, ruffled green leaves up to 6 feet long and 3 feet wide .
Flowers: Rarely flowers indoors; produces a typical aroid spadix and spathe when mature .
Mature Height: 5-9 ft (typically 5-8 ft) .
Mature Spread: 3-5 ft .
Growth Rate: Medium to fast .
Hardiness Zones: USDA 9-11 (can be grown as an annual or overwintered indoors in colder zones) .
Light Requirement: Bright, indirect light; tolerates some shade .
Core Benefits: Dramatic, architectural foliage, fast-growing, excellent for containers and tropical gardens, deer and rabbit resistant .
Best Uses: Specimen plant, large containers, tropical borders, shaded patios, indoor statement piece .

Faqs

Q: Is Alocasia 'Calidora' a fast grower?
A: Yes, it is a fast-growing plant in warm conditions, quickly developing into an impressive specimen .

Q: What are the ideal growing conditions?
A: It thrives in bright, indirect light, high humidity, and warm temperatures (65-85°F). It prefers moist, well-draining soil and should be protected from cold drafts .

Q: Is it toxic?
A: Yes, like other Alocasias, it is toxic to cats, dogs, and humans if ingested, containing calcium oxalate crystals that cause irritation .

Q: Can it be grown outdoors?
A: Yes, in USDA zones 9-11 it can be grown outdoors year-round. In colder zones, it is often grown as an annual or in a container that is overwintered indoors .

Q: Does it have any pest or disease issues?
A: It can be susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, and root rot if overwatered. Good air circulation and proper watering practices help prevent problems .

Q: What is the correct botanical name?
A: The correct name is Alocasia × calidora, a hybrid created by LariAnn Garner of Aroidia Research. "Caladora" and "Calodora" are common misspellings .

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