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Includes: 1 Colocasia bulb

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Striking Colocasia Tubers for Sale | Black Leaf Illustris

Colocasia Black Leaf Illustris leaves little to be desired with larger-than-life leaves in a deep, velvety shade of violet so dark it almost appears black. The foliage flaunts contrasting bright emerald-green ribs and mid-ribs that only add to its overall splendor.

Give these showstoppers a spot in full sun for the most striking and deep coloring, and for the best performance, plant them in moist, bog-like soil. Black Leaf Illustris is fantastic for locations near water features, but be sure to keep the moisture levels below the stems. Their roots love wet soil, but any more can compromise the vigor and health of the plant. Enjoy!

Easy to Grow Features:

  • Zone: 9-11 or Indoors
  • Height: 36-60 in.
  • Spacing: 48-60 in.
  • Sunlight: Partial Sun to Partial Shade; Bright Direct to Bright Indirect Indoors
  • Water: Moderate to High
  • Flowering Time: Inconspicuous Blooms
  • Flower Color: Grown for Striking Foliage

Sku: 10211-01

Includes: 1 Colocasia bulb

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  • PLANTING DEPTH

    6-8"

    WATER

    Moderate to High

    SUNLIGHT

    Partial Sun to Partial Shade; Bright Direct to Bright Indirect Indoors

    PLANTING PROXIMITY

    48-60"

    FULL PLANTING GUIDE
  • Common Name:

    Elephant Ear, Black Leaf Elephant Ear, Imperial Taro

    Botanical Name:

    Colocasia esculenta var. antiquorum 'Illustris'

    Exposure:

    Partial Sun to Partial Shade; Bright Direct to Bright Indirect Indoors

    Hardiness:

    Zones 9-11

    Height:

    36-60"

    Color:

    striking dark purple to nearly black leaves with emerald ribbing

    Bloom Season:

    Grown for Foliage; Late Spring to Summer

    Bulb/Plant Size:

    4" long

    Number:

    1 Colocasia bulb



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