Black Beauty Elephant Ear - Colocasia antiquorum *Other Fruit Nut & Berry basil-like leaves used in cooking

basil-like leaves used in cooking and tea

• Zones: 9b-11

• Light: Full shade to part shade

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Black Beauty Elephant Ear - Colocasia antiquorum *Other Fruit Nut & Berry basil-like leaves used in cookingBlack Beauty is a compact elephant ear that grows 4 to 6 feet tall and wide. It has puckered, dark purple leaves and thick black stems. If your plant doesn't look just like the picture, give it a little time to grow up. Elephant ears' attributes become even more defined when they mature. Average mature height: 4 6 feet Light: 65% 73% shade. Likes high light. 80% shade maximum. Soil: Prefers plenty of water. Does well in boggy areas. Zones: 8 11