Colocasia Jack's Giant (Colocasia Esculenta)

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An incredible Elephant Ear that reaches enormous sizes. Colocasia Jacks Giant is believed to be a tetriploid form of a common Colocasia esculenta which means a much larger grower with huge thick leaves. It also produces runners and is much more vigorous than most forms.

Family: Araceae
Genus: Colocasia
Species: Esculenta
Cultivar: Jack's Giant

Hardiness:

USDA Zone 7a: to 0 °F
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:

4-6 ft.
6-8 ft.

Light Exposure:

Full Sun
10% to 40% Shade

Growth Rate:

Very Fast
Fast

"My, what big ears you have."