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Caladium esculentum Elephant Ears
is also known by the scientific name Colocasia esculenta.
Elephant Ears has been prized for its huge, bold-textured foliage
that resembles an "elephant's ears". It is a wonderful tropical
looking plant for shady areas.
Elephant Ears bulbs are purchased in the spring and should be
planted in the ground or in containers after the soil has warmed.
They prefer moist, well-drained soil. When in full leaf, Elephant
Ears can drink a lot. The leaves will wilt if thirsty. This plant
likes heat and humidity and will grow to a height of 4 to 6 feet.
Before the first frost in the fall, let the plant dry down, dig up
the bulb, and store indoors for the winter.
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