Colocasia
Colocasia esculenta
Black Ripple
The dark leaves with maroon undersides reflect the sun and leave a glossy shine. The elephant ears, another name for Black Ripple, have almost black stems supporting the large leaves. Black Ripple looks great in landscapes as well as containers.
Dimensions: 3-4′ tall; 3-4′ wide
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom/Feature: Puckered, dark chocolate leaves on strong, and nearly-black stems
Pot Size: 3g