Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic'

Growing Information

Light: 65%-73% shade, likes high light, but will do reasonably well in 80% shade

Soil: aerated mix containing bark, coarse perlite and peat moss

Mature Height: 4-6'

Pot Size: 8-14"

Hardiness: Zone 7b

Origin: NA

The ‘Black Magic’ is a selection of Colocasia from Crowley’s Nursery. This Colocasia has intense colors, dark plum leaves that appear black. The leaf grows on dark burgundy-black stems. It has an 8’ spread at a mature size. ‘Black Magic’ grows well on water banks and in boggy areas.

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