Colocasia esculenta 'Black Ruffles' Ornamental Taro Starter Plants - MicroStarts Plant Plugs
Colocasia esculenta 'Black Ruffles' Ornamental Taro Starter Plants - MicroStarts Plant Plugs
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Turn your garden - or home - into a tropical showpiece with Colocasia esculenta 'Black Ruffles'. These striking plants, also known as elephant ear, are known for their dramatic, deep-black leaves and uniquely ruffled edges. Fast-growing and bold, these moisture-loving plants thrives in sun or part shade, making them perfect for borders, pondsides, or statement containers, but can also also as house plants. Their exotic texture and rich color add instant depth and drama to any landscape, and stands out indoors as indoor plants.
MicroStarts 'Black Ruffles' ship as 1-2 inch tall starter plants (see mother plant in additional pictures).
Key Details
Scientific Name: Colocasia esculenta 'Black Ruffles'
Also Known As: Black Ruffles, Elephant ear, Ornamental Taro, Colocasia, and Alocasia
Suitable Space: Outdoors and Indoors
USDA Zones: 8-11
Sun Requirements: Full sun and Partial shade
Growth Rate: Fast
Mature Height: 3-6 feet
Color: Purple, Black, and Green
Characteristics: Fast-growing
Our plants are propagated via tissue culture, a clonal process that results in true to type, disease-free plants that are grown on their own roots. They have been grown in ellepots to promote healthy root development.
Planting & Care
These are starter plants - they are very young, and will require special care to thrive. They have been raised in a greenhouse, and will need to be acclimated to their new home upon arrival.
New to starter plants? Check out our starter plant guide for seven easy steps to grow your plant from starter to stunning!
Black Ruffles love full sun - the more sun, the darker their leaves grow. If leaves are mostly green, your plant may require more sun. Black Ruffles are cold sensitive, and may need to be moved indoors in winter in colder areas; if planted in the ground, their tubers can be dug up and stored in a cool, dark place.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
We take pride in our starter plants. If your starter plant arrives damaged, please contact us with photos and we’ll happily provide a replacement or refund.
