Hardy Elephant Ear

Alocasia wentii

Hardy Elephant Ear

3.0 Collector Rating

Quick Facts

growth HabitUpright, clumping, rhizomatous
mature Size60-90cm tall
lightBright indirect light
humidity50% to 70%
temperature18-29°C
difficultyEasy to Moderate
growth SpeedModerate
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Wild Species£ · CommonHighNative to the highlands and rainforest understories of New Guinea.

Morphology

leaf ShapeBroadly ovate to cordate
leaf Length30-50cm
leaf Width20-35cm
petiole ColorThick light green
venationDeeply grooved primary green veins
textureLeathery, thick, metallic sheen
variegationPurple-bronze leaf undersides
growth HabitUpright clumping

About

Alocasia wentii, commonly known as Hardy Elephant Ear, is a robust species native to New Guinea. It is famous for its large, broadly ovate leaves that display a striking dual coloration. The upper surface is a glossy, deep green with a metallic sheen, while the underside features a deep, metallic purple-bronze or reddish-purple hue. The leaves are supported by thick, fleshy light-green petioles rising from a robust subterranean rhizome tuber.

Native Range

New Guinea

Collector Popularity Review

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

Score: 3.0 / 5.0Based on collector index metrics

Market Analysis

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