Alocasia zebrina ‘Tigrina’

The trade name for this alocase applies to a specific mutation of the species whose stems are strongly streaked obliquely with brown. These make an excellent focal point in a pot arrangement or flower bed. Its narrow, arrowhead-shaped leaves point upwards, and are leathery and bright green in color. This selection can reach 70 to 90 cm in height. The species is endemic to the Philippines and grows in low to medium-altitude tropical forests. Curious and original.