Re: Alocasia metalica

From: "Clarence Hammer" chammer at cfl.rr.com> on 2001.11.17 at 21:17:24(7827) Hello John. By metallica, I assume you're referencing what I know as A. plumbea Dark Form. Altho I grow mine in bright shade, I have seen it in full sun many times and perfectly happy. These have seemed to be a bit lighter (bleached?) than those in shade. I think an ideal situation would be full morning sun and bright shade afternoon. My main concern about your beach location is the wind. Also a possible problem with the salt air, which here on the Atlantic is a major consideration. However, the water at your Calif location may be quieter, and not produce so much airborn salt. If I were you, my preference would be the inland location. Incidently, plumbea Green Form is beautiful also, and grows to the same size. The top of the leaf is a bit lighter green, with a lavender metallic reverse. Petioles are creamy tan with brown dots and flecks thruout. Petioles in good light can be pinkish, which adds to its beauty. +More Russ Central Florida > I just bought an A. metallica and wondered how this would do by the beach in > full sun or would it be better in the shade inland? > John Ingram

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