Alocasia reversa is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae, native to Borneo.[1] In its native habitat it is found on limestone outcrops, so as a houseplant it does not need heavy watering.[2] It gets its specific epithet from the fact that its color pattern is reversed from the typical Alocasia, that is, its coloration is darker on and near the veins.[2]
Alocasia reversa | |
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Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Monocots |
Order: | Alismatales |
Family: | Araceae |
Genus: | Alocasia |
Species: | A. reversa
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Binomial name | |
Alocasia reversa |
References
edit- ^ "Alocasia reversa N.E.Br". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 15 June 2022.
- ^ a b Garner, LariAnn (21 April 2008). "The Jewel Alocasias - Spotlight on Alocasia reversa". Dave's Garden. MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. Retrieved 15 June 2022.