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Week 48 – November 25, 2024

Plant Information

Red Stem Colocasia

  • Red Stem Colocasia - Bloom
  • Red Stem Colocasia - Landscape
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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Colocasia esculenta

Common Name: Taro Plant or Red Stem Rhubarb

Hardiness Zone: 7b - 7b

Hardiness Degree: 45°F (7.2°C)

Plant Habit: Upright

Water: Medium

Fertilize: Once a month

Spacing: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)

Height: 48 - 60" (122 - 152cm)

Exposure: Partial Sun

General Information: This green faced elephant ear has beautiful red petioles. Will do well as a pond plant

Grower Information:

Colocasia is the oldest cultivated plant in the world, grown for more than 10,000 years. These elephant ears produce a clump of large, long-stalked leaves that are heart-shaped. Plants produce underground tubers or rhizomes when grown in beds - that's a big plus for landscapers who get more power from every plant!

  • Adds instant color to ponds and landscapes
  • Green-faced leaves and beautiful red petioles
  • Also known as Red Stem Taro