Elephant Ear

Colocasia esculenta

moderate both ✗ Toxic to pets

💧 Watering

Keep soil consistently moist

☀️ Light

Bright indirect to partial direct light

💦 Humidity

High (60%+)

🌡️ Temperature

65–85°F (18–29°C)

🪏 Soil

Rich, moisture retaining potting mix

✨ Fertilizing

Monthly in spring and summer

🪴 Repotting

Every year

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About Elephant Ear

Enormous dramatic leaves that make a bold statement indoors or outdoors. Tropical and fast growing.

Care tips

  • Needs lots of water in active growth
  • Can go outside in summer
  • Toxic to pets and humans

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