Colocasia esculenta 'Black Coral' PP23896

Also Known As

Colocasia 2006-147
Black Coral Perennial Elephant Ear

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 42"-60"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

7b-10b

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Colocasia esculenta 'Black Coral' PP23896 plant details

Colocasia esculenta 'Black Coral' PP23896 is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with black foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Colocasia esculenta 'Black Coral' PP23896

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen black
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 42 IN - 60 IN - tall
Uses: clumping, distinctive veining, heart-shaped leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Colocasia esculenta 'Black Coral' PP23896

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Black Magic' is a taro or elephant's ear cultivar with huge, dramatic, arrow-shaped, purplish-black leaves. It can be grown as a marginal plant in ponds or in pots or beds with evenly moist soil. Yellowish-white spathes and spadixes may appear in summer but are usually hidden by the foliage. Though potentially hardy they are best brought in as a houseplant.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Colocasia esculenta Royal Hawaiian® Black Coral displays spectacular, large 16″, heart-shaped, shiny, dark purple-black leaves for a unique tropical look. Taro is a tender perennial with an upright vase-shaped habit. Colocasia plants add a tropical flair to beds, borders and containers with their striking foliage. Performs best in moist, humus-rich soil and regular water. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Black Coral is a clump forming 3.5-4' tall Colocasia with glossy, jet black leavesn. Heavy corrugation in the leaves give this plant a distinct affect.

By: Florida Hill Nursery

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Gardening facts about Colocasia esculenta 'Black Coral' PP23896 plant

How to Grow Colocasia esculenta 'Black Coral' PP23896

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- black
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- glossy

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