Colocasia Esculenta 3 Live Plants, 5–8 Inches Tall – Elephant Ear Taro

Colocasia (Colocasia esculenta), commonly known as elephant ear or taro, is a tropical foliage plant recognized for its large, decorative leaves and bold growth habit. It can add a tropical look to outdoor garden beds, landscape borders, and suitable indoor plant displays.

This listing includes 3 live Colocasia starter plants, each measuring 5–8 inches tall. The seller describes the foliage combination as pink and green, although the exact cultivar and individual color pattern are not specified. Leaf color and appearance may vary as the plants develop.

Colocasia generally grows well in full sun to partial sun, depending on the climate, and prefers consistently moist soil. The seller identifies USDA zones 8 and 9 for perennial outdoor growth. Colocasia is also known as taro, but this ornamental plant should not be assumed suitable for consumption unless its identity and intended use are confirmed.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

🔹 BULLET POINTS:

• Quantity: 3 live plants

• Shipping height: 5–8 inches tall per seller

• Common name: Colocasia, Elephant Ear, Taro

• Scientific name: Colocasia esculenta

• Foliage colors: Pink and green combination, as described by the seller

• Plant type: Tropical foliage plant

• Growth habit: Broad-leaved, upright tropical plant

• Sunlight: Full sun recommended by the seller; partial sun may suit some conditions

• Watering: Medium according to the attributes; seller also recommends moist soil

• USDA zones: 8–9 for perennial outdoor growth, according to the seller

• Intended use: Ornamental garden and foliage displays

🧾 MATERIALS:

• 3 live Colocasia starter plants

• Plant height: 5–8 inches each

• Pot inclusion: Not specified by the seller

📋 ATTRIBUTES:

• Common Name: Colocasia, Elephant Ear, Taro

• Scientific Name: Colocasia esculenta

• Plant Type: Tropical foliage plant

• Life Cycle: Perennial in suitable climates

• Flower/Fruit Color: Not specified; grown primarily for foliage

• Sunlight: Full sun, according to seller

• Soil: Moist soil

• Water: Medium in seller attributes; consistently moist soil recommended in description

• USDA Zone: 8–9, according to seller

• Growth Stage: Seedling

• Quantity: 3 live plants

• Shipping Height: 5–8 inches

• Foliage Color: Pink and green, as described by seller

• Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor and outdoor, depending on climate and growing conditions

• Pot Included: Not specified

❓ FAQ:

1. What USDA zones are suitable for Colocasia esculenta?

The seller lists zones 8 and 9 for perennial outdoor growth. In cooler climates, the plant may require seasonal protection or indoor growing conditions.

2. How much sunlight does Colocasia need?

The seller recommends full sun. In very hot conditions, some plants may benefit from partial shade to reduce leaf stress.

3. How much water does elephant ear need?

The seller recommends moist soil and lists watering needs as medium. Soil moisture needs vary with temperature, sunlight, and drainage.

4. What is the growth habit of Colocasia?

Colocasia is a tropical foliage plant with large leaves and an upright growth habit, making it useful for tropical-style landscapes and foliage displays.

5. Can Colocasia be grown in containers indoors?

Yes, it can be grown in a container indoors where adequate light, warmth, moisture, and space are available. Its performance depends on the indoor environment.

Customer Notice:

Live plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.

Please consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.

If there is an issue with your order, contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide:

• Photos of the shipping box

• Photo of the shipping label

• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles

• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant

Dormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.

Claims submitted without required photos may not be eligible for review.

Claims submitted more than 48 hours after delivery will be considered accepted as received and may not be eligible for replacement or refund.