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Colocasia esculenta 'Aloha' PP29692

Also Known As

  • 29,692
  • Aloha Elephant Ear

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 7b-11

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Colocasia esculenta 'Aloha' PP29692 plant details

Colocasia esculenta 'Aloha' PP29692 is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with black and green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Colocasia esculenta 'Aloha' PP29692

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen black and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: big leaves, container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Colocasia esculenta 'Aloha' PP29692

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Colocasia esculenta Royal Hawaiian® ‘Aloha’ displays spectacular, large 1′, heart-shaped, glossy purple-black leaves with bright green veining and stems for a unique tropical look. Taro is a tender perennial with an upright vase-shaped habit. Colocasia plants add a tropical flair to beds, borders and containers with their striking foliage. Performs best in moist, humus-rich soil and regular water. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

Gardening facts about Colocasia esculenta 'Aloha' PP29692 plant

How to Grow Colocasia esculenta 'Aloha' PP29692

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • black
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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
Photo of Colocasia antiquorum 'Illustris' foliage by Rare Plant Research
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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
Photo of Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic' foliage by Leafari
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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
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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
Photo of Colocasia esculenta 'Diamond Head' foliage by Leafari
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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
Photo of Colocasia esculenta 'Mojito' foliage by Leafari
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