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Colocasia esculenta
These plants are primarily grown for their ornamental foliage, which is large and striking and look like an elephant ear, hence the common name being ‘elephant ears’. The leaves can be various shades of green, and some varieties have attractive variegation. Elephant ear plants are popular choices for gardens, landscapes, and indoor houseplants, adding a tropical and exotic feel to their surroundings.
While elephant ear plants are primarily grown for their ornamental value, Colocasia esculenta, or taro, is also cultivated for its edible corms and leaves, which are used as a food source in many parts of the world.
In UK they are best grown in large pots/planters as they are not frost hardy and need protection through the winter.
Flower Colour: White, but insignificant
Height: 150cm/60″
Planting time: Spring
Position: Sun/part shade
Soil type: Moist
Planting depth: Leave tip of bulb showing above soil.
Spacing: 40cm/16″
Sold as: Bulb, 40+ (large bulb) XXL
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