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Taro

Colocasia Esculenta

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Overview

Colocasia esculenta, commonly called Taro, is a perennial tropical plant characterized by its large, heart-shaped leaves which can grow up to 2 feet long. Thriving in USDA zones 8-11, it prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Taro reaches a mature height of 3-6 feet with a 2-4 feet spread, adding a lush, dramatic effect. It’s primarily grown for its ornamental value and edible corms, a staple in many cuisines.

Sun ShadeWater HighZones 9–11
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — heart-shaped leaves which can grow up to 2 feet long
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — it is important to consider its size and growth habitTaro (Colocasia Esculenta) — Taro can reach a mature height of 3 to 6 feet and spreads approximately 2 to 4 feet wideTaro (Colocasia Esculenta) — This plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 11 and prefers partial shade to full sunlightTaro (Colocasia Esculenta) — Part of the Araceae familyTaro (Colocasia Esculenta) — Taro reaches a mature height of 3-6 feet with a 2-4 feet spread, adding a lush, dramatic effectTaro (Colocasia Esculenta) — It‚Äôs primarily grown for its ornamental value and edible corms, a staple in many cuisines+115

Culture

Sun
Shade
Water
High
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Mature height
3–6 Ft.
Mature width
3–6 Ft.

Classification

Family
Araceae

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Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — heart-shaped leaves which can grow up to 2 feet long
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — it is important to consider its size and growth habit
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — Taro can reach a mature height of 3 to 6 feet and spreads approximately 2 to 4 feet wide
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — This plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 11 and prefers partial shade to full sunlight
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — Part of the Araceae family
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — Taro reaches a mature height of 3-6 feet with a 2-4 feet spread, adding a lush, dramatic effect
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — It‚Äôs primarily grown for its ornamental value and edible corms, a staple in many cuisines
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — Thriving in USDA zones 8-11, it prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — which can grow up to 2 feet in length and sport a lush green hue
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — green and multi-colored and white flowers in the garden
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — Thriving in USDA zones 8-11, it prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade; it is recommended that the soil be rich in
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — It is recommended that the soil be rich in organic matter to support its vigorous growth
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — It requires a consistently moist environment
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — heart-shaped leaves which can grow up to 2 feet long; it‚Äôs primarily grown for its ornamental value and edible corms, a staple
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — shrub with green and multi-colored and white blooms
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — shrub for shade
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — Taro reaches a mature height of 3-6 feet with a 2-4 feet spread, adding a lush, dramatic effect; it‚Äôs primarily grown for its
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — it is important to consider its size and growth habit; it‚Äôs primarily grown for its ornamental value and edible corms, a staple
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — Part of the Araceae family; it is recommended that the soil be rich in organic matter to support its vigorous growth
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — which can grow up to 2 feet in length and sport a lush green hue; it‚Äôs primarily grown for its ornamental value and edible
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — It‚Äôs primarily grown for its ornamental value and edible corms, a staple in many cuisines; it is recommended that the soil be
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — Taro can reach a mature height of 3 to 6 feet and spreads approximately 2 to 4 feet wide; it is recommended that the soil be rich
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — shrub with green and multi-colored and white blooms; it‚Äôs primarily grown for its ornamental value and edible corms, a staple in
Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — green and multi-colored and white flowers in the garden; it is recommended that the soil be rich in organic matter to support its

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