dark green elephant ear plant Dark Star Elephant Ear: Giant Leaves

dark green elephant ear plant Dark Star Elephant Ear: Giant LeavesAlocasia Dark Star Elephant Ear commands attention with its dramatic, emerald green leaves held upright on striking dark stems, with deep purple veins that hint at the royalty of this tropical showstopper. A remarkable hybrid bred from four different Alocasia varieties, Dark Star combines impressive size, reaching 610 ft. tall, with improved cold tolerance, making it one of the most architectural tropical plants you can grow. Enormous emerald green

Alocasia Dark Star Elephant Ear commands attention with its dramatic, emerald-green leaves held upright on striking dark stems, with deep purple veins that hint at the royalty of this tropical showstopper. A remarkable hybrid bred from four different Alocasia varieties, Dark Star combines impressive size, reaching 6–10 ft. tall, with improved cold tolerance, making it one of the most architectural tropical plants you can grow.

• Enormous emerald-green leaves with royal purple veins and dark, dramatic stems
• Reaches 6–10 ft. tall, a true tropical specimen plant
• Improved cold hardiness compared to most elephant ears; hardy in Zones 8–11
• Stunning upright habit, ideal for poolside, patio, and tropical garden designs
• Fast-growing and vigorous; a jaw-dropping focal point in any landscape
• Thrives in containers for bringing tropical flair to patios and decks
• Conversation-starting tropical drama for outdoor and indoor spaces

Plant Alocasia Dark Star in a rich, well-draining potting mix and provide consistent moisture and high humidity for the best growth. It performs beautifully in part to full sun outdoors when temperatures stay above 65°F. In Zones 7 and below, grow it in a large container and bring indoors before the first frost. Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season to fuel its impressive growth. Please note: all Alocasia contain calcium oxalate crystals and should be kept away from pets and children. Add the majestic Alocasia Dark Star to your tropical garden today!