Imperial Taro, Black Beauty (Colocasia Esculenta)

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May 06, 2010 | 2312 Views | 0 Comments

Rising to about 36 inches, Colocasia "Black Beauty's" dark black leaves make it a very impressive centerpiece in a mixed container. Patios, landscapes, containers & ponds all around the world are just waiting to have this specimen.

Family: Araceae
Genus: Colocasia
Species: Esculenta
Cultivar: Black Beauty

Hardiness:

USDA Zone 7b: to 5 °F
USDA Zone 8a: to 10 °F
USDA Zone 8b: to 15 °F
USDA Zone 9a: to 20 °F
USDA Zone 9b: to 25 °F

Height:

18-24 in.
2-3 ft.

Light Exposure:

10% to 40% Shade
40% to 60% Shade
60% to 80% Shade

Growth Rate:

Fast

Colocasia 'Black Beauty' is a stunning mutation of the popular Colocasia 'Illustris' from Agristarts.