Colocasia sp. (Elephant Ear) - Image 4

Botanical name: Colocasia sp.

Common names: Elephant Ear, Mafafa, Taro Root

Family: Araceae

Origin: Polynesia and southeastern Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

Hardiness: 30°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterBog or aquatic plantOrnamental foliageSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeFlood tolerant plant
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