Elephant Ear Bulbs - Plumbea Nigra

BOTANICAL NAME

Colocasia esculenta

LIFE CYCLE

• Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• Partial Shade

GROWTH HABIT

• Clumping
• Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

• 36 to 60 inches

COLOR

• Black
• Green

Elephant Ears Bulbs Plumbea Nigra is a striking evergreen plant native to Indonesia. Its dramatic, nearly black, dark green leaves are supported by robust purple stems, creating a bold visual impact unlike no other plant in the garden. This Alocasia variety reaches a height of three to five feet, making it an excellent choice for adding a tropical, dramatic flair to gardens or patio containers. A fast-growing, broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial, it is prized for its glossy, eye-catching foliage. Commonly known as black metallic taro or nigra elephant ear.

• One of the showiest leaves blending between a dark green, almost black hue with purple undertones
• Water regularly as it loves wet, rich soil along with high humidity
• Can take up to three years to reach  maximum height

PLANTING SEASON

• Spring

PLANTING DEPTH

• 4 to 6 inches Deep

WATER NEEDS

• High

PLANT SPACING

• 2 to 4 feet

HARDINESS ZONES

• 8
• 9
• 10
• 11