Colocasia esculenta - Fortanesii
Common name: Black stemmed elephant ear
A tuberous exotic bog perennial with heart shaped blue green red veined leaves. Scented arum type pale yellow flowers in summer. I am undecided on which photograph to place - the flower or the gorgeous foliage.
R150.00
AVAILABILITY: CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK
Plant characteristics
| Plant type: | Bog plant |
| Family: | Araceae |
|---|---|
| Origin: | Exotic - Polynesia |
| Growing conditions: | Sun / semi shade |
| Evergreen: | This plant is Deciduous |
| Hardiness: | Semi-hardy |
| Average height: | 150cm |
| Spread: | Clump forming |
| Flowering time: | Summer |
| Bloom/flower colour: | Yellow |
| Soil selection: | Moist soil |