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    Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic Mini'

    Also Known As

    • Black Magic Mini Elephant Ear
    • Black Magic Mini Taro

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

    size

    • H: 3'-8'
    • W: 3'-4'

    planting zones

    • 7a-11

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    Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic Mini' plant details

    Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic Mini' is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with black and purple foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic Mini'

    Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: araceae
    Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen black and purple
    Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 8 FT - tall
    Uses: big leaves, heart-shaped leaves, showy, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic Mini'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: rich

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This sort of Colocasia ‘Black Magic’ is half the size but just as dynamic. ‘Black Magic Mini’ has the same purple-black leaves and stems to add a colorful complement to any garden design. It’s the perfect choice for garden borders, mixed containers or small water gardens. Best of all, it’s a fast grower that fills in easily during the summer season. Quite unique and very beautiful.

    By: Florida Hill Nursery

    A small version of the spectacular Black Magic from Walter Pagels in California. The leaves are a dusty purple-black on purple petioles. WOW! Zone 7.

    By: Tejas Tropicals

    Gardening facts about Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic Mini' plant

    How to Grow Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic Mini'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • humidity tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • purple
      • black

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
      • deciduous
      • semi-evergreen

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