Colocasia Illustris 2 Live Starter Plants (Bare Root) – Colocasia esculenta ‘Illustris’

About This Plant

Colocasia esculenta ‘Illustris’, commonly known as Illustris Elephant Ear, is a tropical ornamental aroid with dark foliage and contrasting green veining. The upright, clumping plant has fully established roots and is grown in 2-inch nursery pots for cultivation. Plants shipped bare root and will be cut back for shipping. New foliage can develop from the underground growing structure after transit in suitable conditions.

What You Will Receive

2 live starter plants of Colocasia esculenta ‘Illustris’ (Illustris Elephant Ear). Plants have fully established root systems. Nursery pots are not included; these are shipped bare root and cut back for shipping. Please note that significant leaf loss can occur during transit and may arrive partially or completely defoliated. Mature plant photos are for reference only; actual starter plants will be smaller and may vary in size, shape, and appearance.

Growing Information

• Growth Habit: Upright / clumping
• Leaf Color: Dark foliage with contrasting green veining
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil & Water: Moist, well-draining growing medium; moderate to high moisture; avoid excessive drying during growth
• Shipping Condition: Bare root; plants will be cut back before shipping

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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