Usos no Paisagismo
Tags de Estilo
Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida
Requisitos de Luz
Requisitos de Água
Water deeply 2–3 times per week during establishment, then reduce to weekly once roots are established.
Moderate to high water. 2-3x per week dry season to maintain large leaf size and vigor. Consistent moisture preferred — allow top inch to dry between waterings. Reduce in rainy season. Good drainage important — does not tolerate root saturation.
Solo e Fertilização
Fertilizer: Balanced liquid fertilizer 20-20-20 or foliage-formula slow-release during growing season.
Schedule: Monthly during warm season (March-October) with balanced water-soluble fertilizer for tropical foliage plants.
Tolerância ao Sal
- Altura Madura
- 5–8 ft
- Largura Madura
- 4–6 ft
- Taxa de Crescimento
- fast
- Demanda de Água
- 6/10
- Grau Florida
- Florida #1
- Custo Instalado
- $$
- Zonas USDA
- 10a, 10b, 11
- Status FLEPPC
- None
- Classificação Iguana
- 4/10
Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida
Encontre Upright Elephant Ear 'Portora' em viveiros do Sul da Flórida — verifique disponibilidade e preços em viveiros próximos.
Perguntas Frequentes
How fast does Upright Elephant Ear 'Portora' grow in South Florida?
Upright Elephant Ear 'Portora' has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Upright Elephant Ear 'Portora' safe for pets?
Upright Elephant Ear 'Portora' is not safe for pets. TOXIC to cats and dogs — calcium oxalate crystals in all plant parts cause oral pain, excessive drooling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing if chewed or ingested. Keep out of pet reach. Mandatory client disclosure.
How much water does Upright Elephant Ear 'Portora' need in South Florida?
Moderate water needs (6/10). Water deeply 2–3 times per week during establishment, then reduce to weekly once roots are established.
Can Upright Elephant Ear 'Portora' tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Upright Elephant Ear 'Portora' has low salt tolerance (2/10) and is not recommended near areas with significant salt air exposure.
Is Upright Elephant Ear 'Portora' available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Upright Elephant Ear 'Portora' is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guia do Município →Broward County
Allowed. Common in Broward County tropical garden and commercial interior landscape applications.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guia do Município →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Moderate Palm Beach availability.
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guia do Município →Collier County
Allowed. Moderate Collier availability.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guia do Município →Monroe County
Allowed. Limited Keys availability.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
Ver Guia do Município →Referências completas de portarias disponíveis para assinantes Profissionais. Sempre verifique os requisitos atuais do condado antes da instalação.
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