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Alocasia Amazonica

Alocasia Amazonica
 Alocasia Amazonica

Alocasia Amazonica

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A. Amazonica (aka, the Amazon lily) is probably the most familiar Alocasia to casual plant collectors. These hybrids have been bred for size (they stay relatively small) and leaf color and shape, with deep green leaves and sharply arrow-shaped leaves. These are popular houseplants, but like all Alocasia require warmth and humidity to truly thrive. Check out the Alocasia Plant Profile for growing instructions.

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