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Xanthosoma atroverins

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Xanthosoma atroverins also known in the trade as Blue giant. This Xanthosoma can reach a huge size in the right conditions. They grow fast and large if given a hot humid area with lots of water. The plant has a dark blue coloring to the foliage and the petioles are a light blue color with a white powdery substance on them. Mature plants can grow from 6 to 10 feet tall. Flowers are white with a pink color inside the spath.

The plants offered are in 4 1/2 inch pots.

FACTS

Foliage: Large blue green foliage with blue petioles

Flower: hooded

Height: 6 to 8 feet tall or more in tropical areas

Situation: Full to part sun

Zone: 8 and up

Species/Hybridizer Species