Cut Through The Tuber Or Corm, Allow The Cut To Dry, And Scab Over While Sitting On A Tray Or Plate.

A rich burgundy petiole or stem. The leaves can grow up to two feet long,. The four species of elephant ear plants are:

Colocasia Is One Of The Best Types Of Elephant Ear Plants You Can Grow!

The elephant ear is a heavy feeder. Xanthosoma ‘lime zinger’ has bright green arrowhead elephant ear leaves with yellowish veins. 'kris' boasts long pointed leaves with white veins and scalloped white borders, as well as exceptionally dark green foliage.

Colocasia Esculenta Nanciana ‘Nancy’s Revenge’:

Leaves will change from a green in the beginning of the summer to a white and green pattern later on. There are two types of elephant ears: It thrives well in full sun, as well as partial sunlight.

You’ll Have To Feed It Regularly With Fertilizer To Reinforce The Nutrients In The Potting Mix.

Fungal leaf blight can be treated with baking soda which contains bicarbonate soda that can be sprayed and best part is this is organic treatment and safe for the elephant ear. Sensational tropical foliage features bright green leaves with a radiant creamy white midrib that flows into prominent veins, and a. Tiny green aphids on elephant ears.

They Prefer Full Sun And Consistent Moisture.

The leaves of the elephant ear plants are edible, but you must always cook them before consumption. The inflorescences are the typical aroid type with a white to. If you wanted a totally black ear, you bought the wrong one.