Elephant Ear
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Colocasia 'Esculenta'
Commonly called taro or elephant ear, is a tuberous, stemless, frost-tender perennial of the arum family (see also calla lily and jack-in-the-pulpit) which typically grows 3-6' tall and as wide.
No serious insect or disease problems.
*Deer May Browse*
Photo courtesy of Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, NC| Ornamental Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Category | Perennial |
| Foliage Type | Winter Dormant |
| Height | 3'-6' |
| Spread | 3'-6' |
| Shape | Mounding |
| Primary Foliage Color | Green |
| Seasonal Foliage Color | Winter Dormant
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| Flowering Season | Summer |
| Flower Color | Insignificant |
| Environmental Characteristics | |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Sun Preferences | Full Sun- Part Shade |
| Water Preferences | Medium to Wet |
| Cold Hardiness Zone | Zones 8 to 10 |