Colocasia 'Dark Star'

Also Known As

Dark Star Elephant's Ear

Plant type

perennial, aroid

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 5'

planting zones

7a-11

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Colocasia 'Dark Star' plant details

Colocasia 'Dark Star' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aroid with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Colocasia 'Dark Star'

Plant type: perennial aroid
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, heart-shaped leaves, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Colocasia 'Dark Star'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Colocasia Dark star was collected by our good friend Hayes Jackson. This Colocasisa has shown to be a fast and interesting plant. It produces large leaves that have a dark V shaped in the center of each leaf. As the plant matures the veins will become black or dark purple. This plant is the opposite of Nancy's revenge. Foliage: Green leaf with dark veins Flowers: Yellow hooded Height: 4 to 6' tall

By: Brian's Botanicals

Gardening facts about Colocasia 'Dark Star' plant

How to Grow Colocasia 'Dark Star'

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

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- glossy

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