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Alocasia brisbanensis
Cunjevoi
Araceae
Description:
A striking clump-forming plant with large, glossy, heart-shaped leaves that add bold texture to shaded gardens. Produces fascinating hooded flowers followed by clusters of bright red berries — all parts of the plant are toxic if ingested. Well-suited to pots and damp, sheltered spots and pond edges, it is also an important native species for wildlife.
Special Features:
Roots, tubers, and berries are toxic
Suitable for ponds, water gardens, and wet areas
Shares its common name with a marine animal
Natural Habitat:
Rainforest
Aspect:
Shade, Partial Sun/Shade
Soil/Conditions:
Moist, Wet
Tree/Shrub Height:
Erect herb to 1.8m
Attracts:
Fruit eating birds, Lizards, Insects, Bees, Butterflies, Frogs
Flower Colour:
Cream, Green
Alocasia brisbanensis - Cunjevoi
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Regional ecosystem:
12.3.1
Link to Regional Ecosystem description QLD Gov:
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