Colocasia esculenta 'Illustris' Starter Plants (2) – Bare Root
$80.00
About This Plant
Colocasia esculenta 'Illustris' is a tropical foliage plant known for dramatic dark, nearly black leaves with contrasting green veins. This cultivar is prized for bold tropical appeal in gardens and containers.
What You Will Receive
Two (2) live Colocasia 'Illustris' starter plants with fully established root systems. Plants are originally grown in 2-inch nursery pots and ship bare root; 2-inch pots are not included. Plants are cut back prior to shipping and may arrive leafless or with leaf loss, which is normal. Healthy plants typically regrow foliage from underground corms after establishment.
Growing Information
- Common Name: Illustris Elephant Ear
- Scientific Name: Colocasia esculenta 'Illustris'
- Plant Type: Tropical foliage plant
- Life Cycle: Perennial
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Rich, consistently moist, well-draining soil
- Water: Keep soil consistently moist
- USDA Zone: 8–11
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.
Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.
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