Lauterbachiana Purple Sword Leaf Elephant Ear - Alocasia White splashThe Lauterbachiana, or Silver Sword, has shiny deep green leaves with coppery undersides. Its slender, long, wavy spear like leaves make the Lauterbachiana different from any other Elephant Ear. This variety makes a stunning focal point in a medium (2 3 gallon) container. If your plant doesn't look just like the picture, give it a little time to grow up. Elephant Ears' attributes become even more defined when they mature. Mature height: 2 3 feet
A tough subtropical plant
The Midnight ginger
The Latin name supposedly stemmed from Christopher Columbus mistaking it for black pepper and therefore penning it as "Pimenta" from the Spanish word for Pepper
The sticky leaves of the Pinguicula primuliflora trap nagging pests
It fruits consistently
• Tip: Remove the flowers to encourage growth
a shiny tropical vine
Expect a heavy main crop in July followed by a later crop that often lasts into December
Carob trees do not typically produce fruit pods until after about six years
• Average mature height: 10-12 feet
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• Soil: Do not let dry out between waterings