Elephant Ears Plant

Colocasia esculenta, commonly known as taro or elephant ear, is a robust, clumping perennial that grows from a large starchy corm. It typically reaches heights of three to six feet, featuring massive, heart-shaped, peltate leaves that droop gracefully on succulent stems. This versatile plant thrives in moist, organically rich soils and can even tolerate standing water. Widely cultivated as a staple food crop and a tropical ornamental, it prefers filtered sun and protection from strong winds.