Alocasia 'Imperial Red' Elephant Ear Starter Plants - MicroStarts Plant Plugs
Alocasia 'Imperial Red' Elephant Ear Starter Plants - MicroStarts Plant Plugs
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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. This fast-growing indoor plant makes a stunning statement with its dramatic foliage, adding a tropical feel to any space. While perfect as a showpiece indoors, MicroStarts' 'Imperial Red' it can also thrive outdoors in tropical and mild climates as a shade-loving landscape plant.
Parentage: Alocasia odora and an Alocasia macrorrhiza with a pink petiole (stem)
Key Details
Scientific Name: Alocasia 'Imperial Red'
Also Known As: Alocasia ‘Red Emperor’, Elephant ear, and Alocasia red stem
Suitable Space: Indoors and Outdoors
USDA Zones: 9-11
Sun Requirements: Indirect light and Partial shade
Growth Rate: Fast
Mature Height: 4-5 feet
Color: Pink, Red, and Green
Characteristics: Tropical, Evergreen, and Fast-growing
Our plants are propagated via tissue culture. They are disease and pest-free and true-to-type, and have been grown in ellepot trays to promote healthy root development.
Planting & Care
These are starter plants - they are very young, and will require special care to thrive. They have been raised in a greenhouse, and will need to be acclimated to their new home upon arrival.
New to starter plants? Check out our starter plant guide for seven easy steps to grow your plant from starter to stunning!
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.
