Metallica Elephant Ear - Alocasia plumbae Grape Plant it in front of

Plant it in front of a dark-colored elephant ear for a pop of color

but Giant Ironweed is a member of the sunflower family

please send us a picture of your plant(s) within 48 hours of arrival if you have any questions or problems

It can grow up to 7-feet tall and can produce as much as 12 pounds of fruit per plant

Metallica Elephant Ear - Alocasia plumbae Grape Plant it in front ofAlocasia plumbae "Metallica,' also known as 'Nigra,' is an upright Alocasia with dark green leaves with silver purple undersides and purple veins. The petioles, or stems, are also purple. This elephant ear is ideal for your landscape or patio. Please note that elephant ears' attributes become more defined as they mature. The first picture is a more mature plant; the second picture shows one similar to what we ship, give or take a few inches or leaves.