Colocasia 'Black Ruffles' Ornamental Taro - MicroStarts Starter Plant Plugs
Colocasia 'Black Ruffles' Ornamental Taro - MicroStarts Starter 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, this moisture-loving plant thrives in sun or part shade, making it perfect for borders, pondsides, or statement containers. The exotic texture and rich color of MicroStarts' 'Black Ruffles' add instant depth and drama to any landscape, and stands out indoors.
Plants ship as 1-2 inch tall starter plants (see 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. They are disease and pest-free and true-to-type, and have been grown in ellepot trays to promote healthy root development.
Planting & Care
These are starter plants, and will require special care. They have been raised in a greenhouse, and will arrive actively growing. If your plants will be grown outdoors, they should be gradually acclimated to the outdoors and protected during their first winter if in colder climates. Plants that will be grown indoors need to be kept indoors during the winter, and generally only planted outdoors in tropical areas.
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.
