Alocasia Black Stem

An inquisitive spirit and a new plant, in the same space_ in the same time_ is a world forever young.

Alocasia Calidora Persian Palm

Here in Louisiana zone 8b, Calidora usually freezes to the ground every winter, resulting in a slightly smaller stature than it would attain in its natural tropical climate.

Last winter was mild and my tropical plants are beautiful. This plant is in full sun. I believe the stems would lengthen and the leaves would broaden if it were in shade, resulting in a plant height of 10 to 12 foot. It is now 8 to 9 foot.

Spring after winter low of 25° for 8 hours froze them back to the insulated lower stump.