Elephant Ear

Elephant Ear

Botanical name: Colocasia esculenta

Bloom type: Herbaceous Perennial

Elephant ear plants are native to eastern Asia. The plant grows from a piece of corn, sometimes known as the “potato” of the tropical world. The species name esculenta derives from the Latin for edible, or good to eat. Not known for it's flowers, the plant is knows from is very large, heartshaped, and ornately colored foliage. Stalks can grow up to 6 inches wide and suppert leaves that can grow 2-4 feet long. It gives a tropical look to any home or garden.