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
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Order: Alismatales
Family: Araceae
Genus: Alocasia
Species:
A. reversa
Binomial name
Alocasia reversa

References

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  1. ^ "Alocasia reversa N.E.Br". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 15 June 2022.
  2. ^ 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.