Black Ruffles Elephant Ear Plant - 3-8 Inch Live Colocasia esculenta - Dark Purple Ruffled Leaves for Indoor/Outdoor Garden

Introducing the Black Ruffles Elephant Ear (Colocasia esculenta), a stunning live plant that brings a touch of elegance to your garden or indoor space. Known for its striking dark purple leaves and deep plum stems, this plant features a unique ruffled texture that sets it apart from the Black Magic variety. You will receive a healthy baby plant, 3-8 inches tall, delivered in a 3-inch-deep pot, ready for you to nurture it to maturity.

• Mature height: 4-6 feet
• Light requirements: Prefers 65%-73% shade, with a maximum of 80% shade
• Soil preference: Boggy but well-drained
• Hardiness Zones: 7b-10
• Care: Easy to grow with proper light and watering
• Shipping: Arrives with leaves, but may lose some during transit
• Seasonal dormancy: Loses leaves in winter, a normal part of growth cycle

Common Name: Black Ruffles Elephant Ear
Scientific Name: Colocasia esculenta
Sunlight: 65%-73% shade, high light preferred
Watering: Keep soil boggy but well-drained
Soil: Boggy but well-drained
Hardiness Zones: 7b-10
Growth Habit: Upright with ruffled leaves
Format: Live plant in a 3-inch pot