Alocasia 'Metalhead' Starter Plants (2) - Bare Root Hybrid

About This Plant

Alocasia Metalhead is a tropical rhizomatous hybrid developed in Apopka, Florida, a cross between Alocasia portora and Alocasia lauterbachiana. It features bold tropical foliage with prominent veining and a distinctive appearance unique to this hybrid.

What You Will Receive

Two live Alocasia 'Metalhead' starter plants with fully established root systems. Each is grown in a 2-inch nursery pot for cultivation but is not fully rooted into the pot. Ships bare root with the original soil pod wrapped to protect the root system. Do not remove the soil pod upon arrival. Leaf loss during shipping may occur but is normal; rhizomatous plants typically produce new growth after acclimation.

Shipping Size & Condition

• Includes 2 Alocasia 'Metalhead' starter plants
• Hybrid: Alocasia portora × Alocasia lauterbachiana
• Grown in 2-inch nursery pots (not included)
• Ships bare root with original soil pod wrapped
• Leaf loss during shipping is possible and normal
• Rhizomatous and capable of producing new growth after shipping

Plant Condition Disclosure

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season and shipping requirements. Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

• Common Name: Alocasia Metalhead
• Scientific Name: Alocasia portora × Alocasia lauterbachiana
• Plant Type: Tropical Rhizomatous Houseplant
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Flower/Fruit Color: Cream to white spathe and spadix (rare indoors)
• Sunlight: Bright indirect light
• Soil: Well-draining aroid potting mix
• Water: Keep soil lightly moist but not waterlogged
• USDA Zone: 10–12

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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