Aracea - Botanical Family

Alocasia Stingray is a large shrub that grows 5-10 feet tall, and is great for adding a touch of the exotic to your garden. This ornamental foliage is great for any garden and has an eye-popping effect with its edgy, contemporary leaves. The leaves are dark green, glossy, and have a long and thin tail at the end of of each leaf. The leaves have an almost leathery, wavy-textured appearance, making it a great addition to any patio or garden.

When growing Alocasia Stingray you should place it in a semi-shady spot, with indirect sunlight. Alocasia Stingray loves water, so make sure to water it regularly for it to thrive and grow big. You'll need to be especially attentive during spring and summer when the temperatures and the days are warmer. If you want to grow Alocasia Stingray in a pot, you should be able to keep it small by moving it inside during cold months, however, in USDA Zone 9-11 it can tolerate a mature cold hardiness of up to 30s F for a short period of time. Additionally, Alocasia Stingray is flood tolerant, so don't be afraid if your watering is a bit excessive.

Finally, Alocasia Stingray is an ideal plant for container gardens, allowing you to move it inside when the temperatures drops in colder regions. Make sure to place your pots in a well-lit spot, with indirect sunlight and water it regularly. This will ensure your Alocasia Stingray stays healthy and beautiful all year round.

Alocasia triangularis, commonly known as Triangular Alocasia, is a small shrub with a height of two to five feet. It is a great choice as an ornamental foliage for its eye-catching diamond shaped leaves with tightly ruffled edges. This tropical plant is typically grown in USDA Zone 9-11, and can tolerate mild winter temperatures of 45F and above, or can go dormant if temperatures drop lower.

The Triangular Alocasia prefers to be grown in semi-shade for maximum growth and beauty, although it can survive different light intensities. Its soil should be kept evenly moist and not allowed to dry out as this could decrease its vitality. This can be achieved by watering the plant regularly using well-draining soil, however it's important to avoid over-watering it to maintain its beautiful foliage.

In colder regions, cultivating the Triangular Alocasia in a pot is a great way to maintain ideal temperatures and moisture. When grown in a pot, make sure the container has ample drainage holes. Insulate the container in the winter with extra insulation and wrap the pot in plastic to keep the soil warmer during the cold months. Grow a cloche or dome over the pot to provide added warmth and protection in colder zones. If indoor, make sure provide bright, indirect sunlight and temperature of between 55-85 F.

For best results, fertilize the plant once a week during the summer months in order to keep it healthy and growing. Apply a dilute solution of balanced liquid fertilizer for best outcomes.

Overall, Triangular Alocasia is a great choice for adding a tropical, lush look to the garden or indoors. Its leaves and ruffled edges truly make it stand out from all the other plants, even during the winter months when many plants are dormant.

It has elongated leaves with a patterned coloration and tiger-colored stems that you won't find in other Alocasias. The foliage is very narrow and sharply arrowhead or hastate shaped.

Native to Thailand, Amorphophallus atroviridis is a small plant that typically grows to a height of 2-5 ft and prefers partial shade to semi-shade conditions. This plant has an ornamental foliage and blooms annually, displaying lovely pink or white/ off-white flowers.

This plant prefers regular to moderate water during its growth season but should be kept slightly dry during the winter months in colder regions. When it comes to plant care, it is best to grow this plant in a pot of average quality potting soil and water regularly. If you plan on cultivating this exotic plant in a cold region, it is best to bring the pot indoors during the cold season and keep it in a cool and well-ventilated place.

Amorphophallus atroviridis can be grown in USDA zones 9-11, and can be propagated by division or seed. To propagate by seed, it's best to sow the seeds in humus rich or seed starting mix and keep in warm and moist conditions for best results.

Overall, Amorphophallus atroviridis is a beautiful and unique plant that can bring a unique charm to any garden, balcony, or even a home. With beautiful pink or white/ off-white flowers and ornamental foliage, this easy to care for plant is sure to make a statement.

Amorphophallus bulbifer is one of the prettiest of the Voodoo Lilies and the inflorescence doesn't smell that bad compared to others of the genus. Amorphophallus only blooms when mature and even so it doesn't bloom every year. The unpleasant smell that the flower omits is only present for a few hours after the flower opens. If the flower is pollinated (normally by flies if the plant is outside) it will take 1 year for the plant to mature its seeds. The seed stalk is very pretty with the seeds changing colors from green to red. During this time the tuber will not produce a leaf.

Amorphophallus konjac (Voodoo Lily) is a small plant growing 2 to 5 ft tall. Its flower has unusual color is white and purple. The flower is pollinated by flies that find its odor of rotting meat attractive.

It grows a single, elongated stem called a corm and a single large leaf that wraps around it. The corm is the part of the plant that is used, as well as its tuber, which is commonly called the Konnyaku potato. It is one of the most exotic, bizarre flowers. The single leaf dormant in winter, then in spring the plant shoots out a highly distinctive bloom. The tubers of the plant, Konnyaku potatoes, are edible when cooked like a potato and are often dried and ground into a flour used in noodles and tofu. It is also used in traditional ethnomedical practices. It can be grown in USDA Zone 8-11.

The unpleasant smell that the flower omits is only present for a few hours after the flower opens. If the flower is pollinated (normally by flies if the plant is outside) it will take 1 year for the plant to mature its seeds. The seed stalk is very pretty with the seeds changing colors from green to red. During this time the tuber will not produce a leaf.

The young leaves, stems, and corms are as vegetables or turned into desserts. They are thoroughly cooked to destroy the stinging oxalate crystals.

Amorphophallus species are herbs with an underground storage organ. This is usually a tuber. One single leaf emerges from the tuber, consisting of a vertical petiole (stalk) and a horizontal leaf-blade. The latter is dissected into few or numerous small leaflets. Once plants are mature an inflorescence may develop. The inflorescence may replace the leaf in one season, or develop alongside it. From winter dormant tubers emerge an umbrella like plant with beautiful speckled stems. Large flowers will emerge from mature plants in the spring. When the spathe opens the female flowers are receptive and must be pollinated that same day. The opening inflorescence emits an attractant scent. In Amorphophallus this scent has diversified considerably. In most species the scent is anything but pleasant, and reminds one of varieties of death, decay, sewage, gas and the like. A few species develop a scent that is actually pleasant to the human nose (e.g. carrot-like, anise, chocolate, fruity, lemon). After successful pollination most parts of the spathe wither and drop off, after which the individual female flowers develop into berries, containing the seeds. These berries are usually red or orange-red, but occasionally blue, white, or yellow-and- white. Amorphophallus thrives in a rich loamy soil in partial shade. Compost should consist of 2 parts loam to 1 part peat moss to 1 part sand. Keep the plant evenly moist all through the growing season. Keep dry during dormancy, keep moist during growing period. Fertilize monthly with a houseplant fertilizer. Water should be gradually withheld starting in October until the leaf withers. Store corms at a temperature above 50 degrees. They can be brought into active growth in late March. If the corms are strong enough, a blossom will soon be produced. The leaf follows soon afterwards. A. bulbifer definitely dislikes low humidity - the leaflets may partially desiccate; this seems to be more pronounced in low light. Also, in low light, the leafes become exceptionally dark green, with nicely contrasting pink margins. Such plants have to be moved to brighter light very gradually. In bright light, the leaves are bright green, with pinkish margins less pronounced. Other species: konjac, titanum, and much more...

Amorphophallus konjac is one of the largest flowers, a perennial exotic Asian plant. It grows a single, elongated center called a corm and a single large leaf that wraps around it. The corm is the part of the plant that is used, as well as its tuber, which is commonly called the konnyaku potato. Amorphophallus konjac acts as a diet aid that has many benefits. Its ability to swell when mixed with water allows it to fill the stomach. It also moves through the digestive system very slowly, making the appetite feel satisfied for a longer period of time. This characteristic of Amorphophallus konjac is beneficial in treating obesity. It is one of the most exotic, bizarre flowers. Can be easily grown in a pot as a house plant. The single leaf dormant in winter, then in spring the plant shoots out a remarkable flower.

Amorphophallus symonianus, also known as the Voodoo Lily, is a small shrub native to Thailand. Its petioles can reach a height of 2 to 5 feet, with an olive-green speckled color. On top of the petioles is a green leaf at the bottom and a white off-white perianth at the top. Although the color may appear to be plain, the way in which the flower is arranged makes it quite an unusual sight.

When it comes to growing and caring for a Voodoo Lily, it can be done relatively easily with the right conditions and maintenance. It should be grown in USDA Zones 9-11, in an area with partial shade or semi-shade, and away from direct sunlight. Regular watering is also needed, though not too often as to cause root rot. The soil should be kept moist with moderate water, so as to provide ideal growth conditions.

For those living in colder regions and wanting to potentially cultivate their own Voodoo Lily, you can do this with ease in a pot. As long as it is placed in a warm and moderately light environment, then the plant should develop and thrive. Be sure to avoid direct sunlight and keep the plant in some shade instead. Additionally, it is important to water the plant regularly and provide it with a well-draining soil and enough nutrients to keep it healthy.

Overall, the Amorphophallus symonianus makes an interesting addition to any garden or potted setting and brightens up any space with its unique arrangement and beautiful off-white flowers. Although it requires the right level of care and maintenance, the Voodoo Lily can add life to any environment, be it fully outdoor or an indoor potted plant.