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Colocasia fallax 'Dark Shadows'

Also Known As

  • Colocasia heterochroma 'Dark Shadows'
  • Yunnan Dwarf Elephant Ear

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 8"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

Colocasia fallax 'Dark Shadows' plant details

Colocasia fallax 'Dark Shadows' is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with blue and green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Colocasia fallax 'Dark Shadows'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Uses: container plant, distinctive veining, heart-shaped leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Colocasia fallax 'Dark Shadows'

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

Gardening facts about Colocasia fallax 'Dark Shadows' plant

How to Grow Colocasia fallax 'Dark Shadows'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
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