Colocasia esculenta

Giant arrow-shaped leaves measuring up to 3� long are green with a heavy blackish purple overlay and bright green veins. In more sun, the purple color is dominant but not quite as dark as C. �Black Magic�.

Primarily grown for its dramatic foliage, award-winning Colocasia esculenta (Taro) is a tuberous, evergreen perennial with long-stalked, heart-shaped or arrow-shaped, soft velvety, rich-green leaves. Unlike the leaves of Alocasia which point skyward, the leaves of Colocasia droop and point toward the ground. Reminiscent of calla lily flowers, the blossoms consist of a yellowish-green spathe and spadix. They are not particularly showy and are infrequently produced. Adding an exotic touch to…

This Colocasia esculenta var. antiquorum 'Illustris' is putting out such lovely leaves 🖤 check out my moth friend, Darapsa myron aka the… | Instagram

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Colocasia esculenta is a tropical plant grown primarily for its edible corms, the root vegetables whose many names include Taro and Eddoe. It is believed to be one of the earliest cultivated plants. Taro is native to South India and Southeast Asia. It is a perennial, tropical plant primarily grown as a root vegetable for its edible starchy corm, and as a leaf vegetable. It is a food staple in African, Oceanic and South Indian cultures.