| Botanical Name: |
Colocasia esculenta 'Tea Cup' |
| Form: |
Tender deciduous perennial |
| Sun Exposure: |
Partial Shade |
| Height/Habit: |
3 - 4' |
| Spread: |
3 - 4' |
| Spacing: |
3 - 4' |
| Hardiness Zone: |
Zones 7 - 10 |
| Foliage Type: |
Large triangular leaves with prominent deep purple veining. |
| Flower Form: |
Insignificant. Plants are grown for the leaves. |
| Flower Color: |
Cream |
| Flowering Date: |
Summer |
| Planting Requirements: |
Prefers a partial shade area or even up to 3/4 of the day in the shade. |
| Soil Requirements: |
Airy soil enriched with bark, course perlite and peat moss. |
| Growth Rate: |
Moderate to fast once established. |
| Unique Characteristics: |
One of a kind tropical colocasia plant. The leaves are held upright in an inverted cup shape. Dappled sunlight illuminates the purple veins in the leaves for an attractive look in your garden or patio setting. Water actually collects in the leaves during a gentle rain. The birds that visit your yard may find these mini-birdbaths quite enchanting! |
| Pruning: |
None necessary. |
