Colocasia Xanthosoma Variegated – Live Elephant Ear Plant | Approx. 4 Inch Tall | Rare Variegated Aroid | Ships No Pot

Add bold tropical foliage to your collection with this live Variegated Colocasia Xanthosoma, an eye-catching aroid admired for its arrowhead-shaped leaves and striking white and green variegation. This young starter plant measures approximately 4 inches tall and is grown in a 4-inch nursery pot prior to shipping. Its dramatic foliage makes it an excellent choice for tropical houseplant collections, patio containers, plant cabinets, and warm-climate landscapes. The plant is shipped without its pot, but the soil and root system remain securely wrapped for transportation, so it is not shipped completely bare root. Each plant is naturally unique, and variegation, size, and leaf pattern may vary.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Variegated Colocasia Xanthosoma starter plant
✔️ Height: approximately 4 inches
✔️ Grown in a 4-inch nursery pot prior to shipping
✔️ Shipped without pot with soil and roots securely wrapped
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Variegated Elephant Ear
Botanical Name: Colocasia / Xanthosoma sp. Variegated
Plant Type: Tropical perennial aroid
Growth Stage: Young starter plant
Sun Requirements: Bright indirect light to partial sun
Soil: Rich, fertile, moisture-retentive but well-draining soil
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist without prolonged waterlogging
Mature Height: Varies depending on species and growing conditions
Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming tropical foliage plant
Foliage Color: Green and white variegated
Leaf Shape: Large arrowhead-shaped foliage as it matures
Humidity: Medium to high humidity preferred
USDA Zones: Approximately 9–11
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: After arrival, place your Variegated Elephant Ear in bright, protected light and maintain consistent soil moisture while it acclimates. Gradually introduce stronger light to help prevent damage to the variegated portions of the leaves. Warm temperatures and moderate to high humidity support healthy tropical growth. Protect the plant from frost and cold temperatures, and expect natural variation in the amount and pattern of variegation on each new leaf.