Colocasia Black Sapphire plant
$8.99 sales tax
Colocasia Black Sapphire has dark grayish leaves and a black stem, uniquely though, it also boasts a reddish underside which can provides a subtle contrast to its appearance. These plants are perfect for any garden and can also be grown in containers or gardens. Grow in zones 8-11 in full sun to partial shade. Keep in moist, well drained soil. Can reach up to 6 feet in both width and height!
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Plants for sale are Colocasia Black Sapphire plants
Colocasia Black Sapphire has dark grayish leaves and a black stem, uniquely though, it also boasts a reddish underside which can provides a subtle contrast to its appearance. These plants are perfect for any garden and can also be grown in containers or gardens. Grow in zones 8-11 in full sun to partial shade. Keep in moist, well drained soil. Can reach up to 6 feet in both width and height!
Each plant I offer is Hybridized and grown from tissue cultures to be a disease free exact replica of the mother plant. Plants for sale are between 5-16″ tall. For those collectors of the truly amazing, you must try this new striped elephant ear. We recommend using Bio Spectrum organic fertilizer located in our store. Ships to the continental United States only.
How to grow Colocasia Black Sapphire
Video Tutorial
Colocasia Black Sapphire soil requirements and planting instructions
- 50 percent potting soil;
- 20 percent peat moss;
- 20 percent orchid bark with charcoal;
- 10 percent shredded sphagnum moss and a handful of perlite.
Light conditions
Water and Fertilizer
Pests and Disease
Additional Information
Colocasia are also referred to as Giant taro, Ape plant, Elephant Ear, Ape flower, Elephant’s Ear Plant, Night-scented Lily, New Guinea Shield, and Taro. Furthermore, Colocasia are generally grown from side shoots vs seeds. Plants will produce large fragrant flowers. There are hundreds of varieties of Colocasia.