| Common Name | Taro, Elephant Ear |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Colocasia |
| Species | Esculenta |
| Origin | Southeast Asia / Pacific Islands |
| Blooming | Rare indoors; small green spathe in summer under ideal conditions |
| Leaf Color | Deep green to purple-black depending on cultivar |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Heavy clay or loamy soil; tolerates standing water and bog conditions
Keep soil constantly wet; can grow partially submerged in containers, reduce only during dormancy
Full sun outdoors for best growth; bright indirect light indoors to prevent scorching
Feed monthly with balanced liquid fertilizer during active growing season (Spring to Autumn)
Remove yellowing or damaged leaves promptly to encourage new growth and prevent rot
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