Colocasia esculenta 'Maui Sunrise' (Elephant Ear 'Maui Sunrise')

Colocasia esculenta (Elephant Ear) 'Maui Sunrise' yellow green plant close up of large leaves
Colocasia esculenta (Elephant Ear) 'Maui Sunrise' leaves with yellow center and green edge color.

Botanical name: Colocasia esculenta

Common name: Elephant Ear 'Maui Sunrise'

Cultivar: Maui Sunrise

Family: Araceae

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 7-11

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Semi-shadeSun exposure: Semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage
Flood tolerant plantFlood tolerance: High

Colocasia 'Maui Sunrise' is a hybrid from Hawaii with dark green leaves and white veins.

It is a dramatic, frost tender tuberous perennial grown for its massive, lightly waved glossy green arrow-shaped foliage with creamy white veins and markings.The Maui Sunrise Elephant Ear offers a unique combination of beauty, tropical vibes, and ease of care.

Similar plants: Colocasia esculenta 'Maui Sunrise' (Elephant Ear 'Maui Sunrise')


Image gallery: 5 images
Colocasia esculenta (Elephant Ear 'Maui Sunrise') green leaves with yellow accents on the plant
Colocasia esculenta (Elephant Ear 'Maui Sunrise') with prominent large green leaves and yellow central markings.
Colocasia esculenta (Elephant Ear 'Maui Sunrise') green yellow leaves close up.
Colocasia esculenta (Elephant Ear 'Maui Sunrise') leaves with distinctive green and cream color patterns.
Colocasia esculenta (Elephant Ear) 'Maui Sunrise' green and white leaves close up
Colocasia esculenta (Elephant Ear) 'Maui Sunrise' showing veins spreading from a dark purple center
Colocasia esculenta (Elephant Ear) 'Maui Sunrise' green and white leaves plant close up
Colocasia esculenta (Elephant Ear) 'Maui Sunrise' leaves with distinctive green and white coloration
Colocasia esculenta (Elephant Ear 'Maui Sunrise') green yellow plant with heart shaped leaves
Colocasia esculenta (Elephant Ear 'Maui Sunrise') with green foliage and yellow center markings.


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