Alocasia Lauterbachiana Variegata, aka Elephant Ear 'Lauterbachiana' or Alocasia 'Purple Sword', features elongated, scalloped, dark green leaves with a contrasting purple underneath and yellow variegation. With its sturdy stems, this variety supports an upright leaf structure, creating a commanding presence in any room. Alocasia is toxic to both people and animals, so they are not to be ingested.