Illustris Colocasia Live Plant 7–10" Tall in 4" Pot – Colocasia esculenta ‘Illustris’

Illustris Colocasia is a tropical elephant ear cultivar grown for its dramatic, heart-shaped foliage. The leaves are deep green to nearly black with bright lime-green veining, creating strong contrast in indoor and outdoor plantings.

This potted live plant is supplied 7–10 inches tall in a 4-inch pot with soil. It has an upright, clumping growth habit and prefers warm, humid conditions, consistently moist soil, and partial shade to shaded locations. It can be grown as a houseplant or as an outdoor ornamental where conditions are suitable.

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.

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.

Approx. 7–10 inches tall at time of shipping.

🔹 BULLET POINTS:

• Illustris Colocasia live plant, Colocasia esculenta ‘Illustris’
• Plant size: 7–10 inches tall at time of shipping
• Supplied in a 4-inch pot with soil
• Distinctive dark foliage with bright lime-green veining
• Tropical, tuberous perennial with an upright clumping habit
• Suitable for indoor growing or outdoor ornamental use
• Prefers partial shade to shaded conditions and consistently moist, well-draining soil
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 9, as provided

🧾 MATERIALS:
Live Illustris Colocasia plant, 4-inch flower pot, soil

📋 ATTRIBUTES:
Common Name: Illustris Colocasia, Elephant Ear
Scientific Name: Colocasia esculenta ‘Illustris’
Plant Type: Tuberous tropical perennial
Life Cycle: Perennial
Flower/Fruit Color: Not specified
Sunlight: Partial shade, low sun, full shade
Soil: Well-draining, well-drained, neutral pH
Water: Heavy / consistently moist
USDA Zone: 9

❓ FAQ:

1. What USDA zone is suitable for Illustris Colocasia?
The supplied listing information identifies USDA Hardiness Zone 9. Local conditions and winter temperatures should also be considered.

2. Does Illustris Colocasia prefer sun or shade?
Illustris Colocasia is listed for partial shade, low-sun, and full-shade conditions. Bright filtered light or partial shade is generally suitable.

3. How much water does Illustris Colocasia need?
This plant is listed as a heavy-water plant and prefers consistently moist, well-draining soil.

4. What is the growth habit of Illustris Colocasia?
It has an upright, clumping growth habit and develops large, heart-shaped foliage with contrasting dark coloration and lime-green veins.

5. Can Illustris Colocasia be grown in a container?
Yes. This listing is supplied as a potted plant in a 4-inch pot, making it suitable for container cultivation.

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.