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    Colocasia [violet stem]

    Also Known As

    • Violet Stem Elephant's Ear
    • Violet Stem Taro

    Plant type

    perennial, aroid

    size

    • H: 3'-6'
    • W: 2'-4'

    planting zones

    • 7a-11

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    Colocasia [violet stem] plant details

    Colocasia [violet stem] is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial aroid with green foliage. 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 [violet stem]

    Plant type: perennial aroid
    Plant family: araceae
    Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Uses: big leaves, heart-shaped leaves, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Colocasia [violet stem]

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Violet Stem is one of the most versitile colocasia there is it thrives in full sun to 80% shade!!! Its Violet colored stems stand erect perching metallic green leaves on top 48" plants. Violet Stem Colocasia has a tidy clumping habit that is perfect for large containers. Quite unique and very beautiful.

    By: Florida Hill Nursery

    Colocasia violet stem can often be confused with a few other forms of Colocasia. We have often seen big dipper and cranberry sold as violet stem. This Colocasia has dark green foliage with a dark maroon colored stem, the foliage is heart shaped and with slightly darker veins. It should make a great display in a tropical garden. Foliage: Large, green, and heart shaped foliage, dark violet stems Flowers: Unknown Height: 3 to 6 feet

    By: Brian's Botanicals

    Gardening facts about Colocasia [violet stem] plant

    How to Grow Colocasia [violet stem]

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
      • deciduous
      • semi-evergreen

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