Colocasia esculenta 'Black Coral' plant © copyright  

Colocasia esculenta 'Black Coral'

  • Bulbous plant
  • 90-120 cm high
  • Red to purple foliage
  • For a sunny position
  • Suitable for exotic-style plantings
Elephant ear, a decorative, tropical foliage plant with large, heart-shaped leaves. Black Coral is a dark purple cultivar with glossy leaves. The colour is maintained when the plant is placed in full sun. Care as a houseplant.
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Garden style

Jungle garden

Characteristics

Height 90 - 120 cm
Leaf colour brown purple

Site conditions

Light sunny, morning sun, evening sun, open shade

Botanical information

Botanical name Colocasia esculenta 'Black Coral'
Genus Colocasia
Family Araceae