Colocasia 'Imperial Gigante' PP26152

Also Known As

x Leucocolocasia 'Imperial Gigante'
Imperial Gigante Elephant Ears

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

7b-12

Colocasia 'Imperial Gigante' PP26152 plant details

Colocasia 'Imperial Gigante' PP26152 is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with black and green foliage. In fall white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade 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 'Imperial Gigante' PP26152

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen black and green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall
Uses: big leaves, container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Colocasia 'Imperial Gigante' PP26152

USDA Zones: 7b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and rich

Gardening facts about Colocasia 'Imperial Gigante' PP26152 plant

How to Grow Colocasia 'Imperial Gigante' PP26152

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
- black
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy

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