Colocasia esculenta 'Tropical Storm' Elephant Ear Bare Root Live Plant - 10"

About This Plant

The Colocasia esculenta ‘Tropical Storm’, commonly known as Elephant Ear, features deep green, heart-shaped leaves with a dramatic dark purple-black center. This fast-growing, water-loving plant thrives in moist, well-drained soil and can reach 3-4 feet tall with upright, spreading foliage. Ideal for tropical landscapes, rain gardens, containers, or indoor spaces with indirect light.

What You Will Receive

A 10" tall bare root live plant of Colocasia esculenta ‘Tropical Storm’. The shipment includes bare roots with some soil covering the roots.

Growing Information

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Water: Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained; tolerates wet conditions
• Soil: Rich, well-draining soil; thrives in moist areas
• Hardiness: USDA zones 8-11 (may need indoor growing in cooler climates)
• Size at maturity: Up to 3-4 feet tall

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

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