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Colocasia esculenta

Family Araceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   8a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H4 - G1   Australia:   2 - 4  
Care Level medium
Height 0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Colocasia esculenta (elephant ear) bears showy, bright yellow and fragrant blossoms. This "bulb, corm or tuber" is clump forming and has dark green foliage that is showy, matte and bold textured. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning "bulb, corm or tuber" which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Annual, bedding plant, bog, container, house plant, pond, specimen, tropical and vegetable garden.
Special Characteristics Colocasia esculenta tolerates wet sites.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Colocasia esculenta (elephant ear) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.