Colocasia esculenta – Elephant Ear Tropical Foliage Plant

Name: Colocasia esculenta – Elephant Ear Tropical Foliage Plant
SKU: 52941
Availability: InStock

R90.00

The Colocasia esculenta (Elephant Ear) is a bold tropical plant with large, heart-shaped leaves, perfect for adding dramatic foliage to indoor spaces or garden containers.

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Description

🌿 Colocasia esculenta (Elephant Ear) Care Sheet
Light:

Prefers bright, indirect light to partial sun.

Can tolerate morning sun, but avoid harsh afternoon sun which may scorch the leaves.

Watering:

Keep soil consistently moist, especially during active growth.

Water regularly to prevent drying out, but avoid waterlogging.

Reduce watering slightly during dormancy in winter.

Humidity:

Thrives in high humidity (60–80%).

Benefits from misting or placement near a humidifier.

Low humidity can cause leaf edges to brown.

Temperature:

Ideal range: 18–28°C.

Sensitive to frost; avoid temperatures below 15°C.

Soil:

Use a rich, well-draining soil mix (potting soil mixed with compost and perlite).

Soil should retain moisture but allow excess water to drain.

Fertilizing:

Feed every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Stop feeding during winter dormancy.

Pruning & Maintenance:

Remove yellow or damaged leaves at the base.

Wipe leaves gently to maintain their glossy appearance.

Repotting:

Repot every 1–2 years or when rootbound.

Best done in spring using a larger container.

Common Problems:

Yellowing leaves → overwatering or poor drainage.

Brown leaf edges → low humidity or inconsistent watering.

Pests → spider mites, aphids, mealybugs.

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Refund Policy

*Handling Times

Raw terracotta pots: 3–5 business days.

Custom-painted pots: 5–7 working days lead time.

*Returns & Refunds

Any return or refund requests must be communicated within 24 hours of receiving your order.

Proof is required: unboxing video or clear photos of the product(s) and all original packaging materials.

Returns/refunds will not be processed without this evidence.

*Live Plant Shipping

Live plants are shipped only on Mondays and Tuesdays to reduce transit time.

Exception: Orders within the Gauteng Province may be shipped outside these days up until Thursdays.

*Disclaimer

While we take the utmost care in packaging your order securely, we cannot be held responsible for damages caused during transit by the courier.

Claims for courier-related damages must be submitted directly to the courier service, supported by the required unboxing video/photos

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