How much does Alocasia robusta cost in the UK?

The current median market value for a Alocasia robusta in the UK is approximately £0 based on transaction analytics.

Is Alocasia robusta rare?

Yes, Alocasia robusta is classified as Rare with a current availability status of Low.

Where can I find live specimens of Alocasia robusta?

Verified live specimens of Alocasia robusta can be sourced from independent indoor plant nurseries and online specialty storefronts.

Alocasia robusta

Giant Bornean Elephant Ear

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Quick Facts

growth HabitUpright, clumping, massive

mature Size2-4m tall

lightBright indirect light to partial shade

humidity70% or higher

temperature20-30°C

difficultyDifficult

growth SpeedModerate to Fast

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Wild Species££ · UncommonLowNative to the tropical rainforest understories of Sarawak, Borneo.

Morphology

leaf ShapePeltate-sagittate, massive

leaf Length100-200cm

leaf Width80-150cm

petiole ColorThick solid light green

venationDeeply grooved primary veins

textureGlaucous, matte, thick paper-like

variegationNone

growth HabitUpright clumping

About

Alocasia robusta, known as the Giant Bornean Elephant Ear, is a legendary species endemic to the island of Borneo. It holds the record for producing the largest undivided leaves of any herbaceous plant in the world, with leaves occasionally reaching several meters in length in the wild. The leaves are peltate-sagittate, held strongly upright, and exhibit a gorgeous, chalky glaucous bluish-green matte surface supported by incredibly thick, fleshy green petioles.

Native Range

Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo

Collector Popularity Review

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Aroid Atlas Collector Review: Alocasia robusta (Giant Bornean Elephant Ear) is ranked as Rare rarity on the market. Rating is calculated based on overall cultivation difficulty, aesthetic appeal, and search popularity among active collectors.

Score: 4.0 / 5.0Based on collector index metrics

Market Analysis

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