Colocasia esculenta

Primarily grown for its dramatic foliage, award-winning Colocasia esculenta (Taro) is a tuberous, evergreen perennial with long-stalked, heart-shaped or arrow-shaped, soft velvety, rich-green leaves. Unlike the leaves of Alocasia which point skyward, the leaves of Colocasia droop and point toward the ground. Reminiscent of calla lily flowers, the blossoms consist of a yellowish-green spathe and spadix. They are not particularly showy and are infrequently produced. Adding an exotic touch to…

Colocasia esculenta is a tropical plant grown primarily for its edible corms, the root vegetables whose many names include Taro and Eddoe. It is believed to be one of the earliest cultivated plants. Taro is native to South India and Southeast Asia. It is a perennial, tropical plant primarily grown as a root vegetable for its edible starchy corm, and as a leaf vegetable. It is a food staple in African, Oceanic and South Indian cultures.

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Bring the taste of the tropics to your garden! Our guide unfolds the secrets to planting and growing Colocasia esculenta, the luscious Taro. Dive into a world of tropical delight and cultivate this versatile plant with finesse. #GardeningTips #Taro #PlantingTaro #PlantingGuide #TropicalGarden #GrowingGuide #GardenTips #PlantingTips

Colocasia Black Magic Esculenta or Black Elephant Ear plant is a popular species of the Araceae family that is grown as a great decor plant

Colocasia esculenta 'Fontanesii' (Black Stem Elephant Ear) is a tuberous, frost-tender perennial with large, bold, heart-shaped, blue-green leaves adorned with dark green veins and a shiny black cast. They are borne atop striking purple-black leaf stalks. Unlike the leaves of Alocasia which point skyward, the leaves of Colocasia droop and point toward the ground.

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🌸 Purple Elephant Ear (Colocasia esculenta 'Royal Purple') 🌸 A striking and bold plant, the Purple Elephant Ear features large, vibrant purple leaves...