Colocasia esculenta var. antiquorum 'Illustris' (Imperial Taro)

Part Sun to Light ShadeZone: 7-10 30" tall Origin: Asia

Web-Only! Imperial Taro is one of the most striking plants in our garden after it emerges in early June! This black-leaved elephant ear has dramatic green veins, highlighting the black background...always a conversation piece. Imperial Taro has proven hardy below 0 degrees F in our garden. The plant is slightly stoloniferous in heavy dry clay but abounds freely in wet organic soils...you will love it! Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml)