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Alocasia 'Imperial Red'

Alocasia 'Imperial Red'

Red Emperor Elephant Ear

  • 1 Gallon
  • Single Plant
Regular price $43.99
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Alocasia ‘Imperial Red’ is a striking red plant known for its bright red to pink stems and lush, large leaves, truly deserving the common name of elephant ear. These fast-growing indoor plants makes a stunning statement with their dramatic foliage, adding a tropical feel to any space. While perfect as showpiece indoor plants, MicroStarts' Alocasia 'Imperial Red' can also thrive outdoors in tropical and mild climates as shade-loving landscape plants.

The parentage of MicroStarts' Alocasia 'Imperial Red' is Alocasia odora and an Alocasia macrorrhiza with a pink petiole (stem).

Any leaves taller than 34" will have to be trimmed prior to shipping. However, they will quickly fill out again once planted or up-potted.

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Key Details
Scientific Name: Alocasia 'Imperial Red'
Also Known As: Alocasia ‘Red Emperor’, Elephant ear, Alocasia red stem, Red upright elephant ear
USDA Zones: 9-11
Sun Requirements: Indirect light, Partial shade
Growth Rate: Moderate-Fast
Mature Height: 4-5 feet
Color: Pink, Red, Green
Characteristics: Tropical, Evergreen, Fast-growing

Our plants are propagated via tissue culture, a clonal process that results in true to type, disease-free plants that are grown on their own roots.

Planting & Care

Perfect for any indoor space, this tropical plant thrives as a houseplant globally. In many climates, it enjoys summer outdoors and prefers indoor protection during winter, while in tropical zones it can grow outside year-round.

Satisfaction Guaranteed

We take pride in our plants. If your plant arrives damaged, please contact us with photos and we’ll happily provide a replacement or refund.