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Colocasia [collected species]
Also Known As
- Elephant's Ear
Plant type
perennial, aroid
size
- H: 5'-7'
- W: 3'-5'
planting zones
- 7a-11
Colocasia [collected species] plant details
Colocasia [collected species] is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial aroid with black, green and variegated foliage. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Colocasia [collected species]
- Plant type: perennial aroid
- Plant family: araceae
- Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen black, green and variegated
- Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 5 FT - 7 FT - tall
- Uses: big leaves, heart-shaped leaves, showy, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Colocasia [collected species]
- USDA Zones: 7a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Garden photo gallery of Colocasia [collected species]
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Gardening facts about Colocasia [collected species] plant
How to Grow Colocasia [collected species]
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- green
- black
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Colocasia for your garden
aka Colocasia esculenta, Colocasia esculenta var. antiquorum 'Illustris', Colocasia illustrius, Elephant Ear, Illustris Elephant's Ear, Illustris Imperial Taro, Taro
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aquatic, Aroid
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 3'-6'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- standing water - regular
aka Taro
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aquatic, Aroid
Zones
8a-12
Size
Height: 3'-6'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- high - regular
aka Dwarf Taro, Silver Leaf Dwarf Elephant Ear
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aquatic, Aroid
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 2'-4'
- mostly sun - shade
- standing water - high
aka Diamond Head Elephant Ear
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aroid
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- mostly sun - bright shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Mojito Elephant Ear
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aroid
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 3'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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