Kris Plant
Alocasia Sanderiana
Overview
The Kris Plant, Alocasia sanderiana, is a striking perennial boasting dark green, wavy-edged leaves with prominent white veins. These glossy foliage can reach up to 18 inches in length. Thriving in USDA zones 10-11, it requires partial shade and well-draining, moist soil. Kris Plant's height spans up to 6 feet with a spread of 2-3 feet. Ideal for tropical-themed gardens, it's a statement piece for both texture and form.
Sun ShadeWater HighZones 9–11Type Perennial
Culture
- Sun
- Shade
- Water
- High
- USDA zones
- 9–11
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 1–3 Ft.
- Mature width
- 1–3 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Perennial
- Family
- Araceae
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- Dinesh Valke from Thane, India, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
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- Kurt Stüber [1], CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
- Kris Miller from Issaquah, CC BY 2.0 · source
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