Black Lava Elephant Ear – Colocasia esculenta Live Rooted Starter Plant, Tropical Foliage with Deep Purple-Black Leaves, Hardy Zones 8–11
$200.00
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Bring dramatic tropical flair to your garden with the Black Lava Elephant Ear (Colocasia esculenta), a striking plant featuring deep purple-black foliage and bold, heart-shaped leaves. You’ll receive a small, well-rooted live starter plant ready to grow into a stunning landscape centerpiece or patio feature.
This easy-to-grow tropical thrives in moist, rich soil and full to partial sun. Excellent for containers, ponds, or garden beds. Hardy in USDA Zones 8–11, and can be overwintered indoors in cooler climates.
Live rooted Black Lava Elephant Ear (Colocasia esculenta)
Features large purple-black tropical foliage
Grows well in full to partial sun and moist soil
Hardy perennial in USDA Zones 8–11
Ideal for pond edges, containers, or tropical gardens
Easy-care plant that adds bold texture and color
Common Name: Black Lava Elephant Ear
Scientific Name: Colocasia esculenta ‘Black Lava’
Plant Type: Tropical perennial
USDA Hardiness Zone: 8–11
Color: Deep purple-black foliage
Soil Type: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Watering: High moisture; keep soil consistently damp
Growth Habit: Upright clumping foliage plant
Mature Size: 3–5 ft tall under ideal conditions
Black Lava Elephant Ear – Colocasia esculenta Live Rooted Starter Plant, Tropical Foliage with Deep Purple-Black Leaves, Hardy Zones 8–11
$200.00