Colocasia 'Royal Hilo'

Also Known As

Royal Hilo Taro

Plant type

perennial, aroid

size

H: 3'-7'
W: 3'-7'

planting zones

7a-11

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Colocasia 'Royal Hilo' plant details

Colocasia 'Royal Hilo' is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial aroid with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Colocasia 'Royal Hilo'

Plant type: perennial aroid
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 7 FT - wide, 3 FT - 7 FT - tall
Uses: big leaves, exotic, heart-shaped leaves, showy, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Colocasia 'Royal Hilo'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Colocasia Royal Hilo is a new form of Colocasia from Hawaii. This plant has dark green leaves and dark maroon and white streaked stems. The stems can become almost totally white with maroon streaks or reversed with maroon and white streaks. The leaves look very similar to Fontenesii. We believe this hybrid is a cross between a pink stem Colocasia and Fontenesii. It will grow 6- 7 feet tall. Each plant we have seen is uniquely different and will be a great addition to any garden. Foliage: shiny dark green leaves Flowers: Hooded Height: 3 to 6 feet

By: Brian's Botanicals

Gardening facts about Colocasia 'Royal Hilo' plant

How to Grow Colocasia 'Royal Hilo'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen

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