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‚Äôs 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

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) — Taro reaches a mature height of 3-6 feet with a 2-4 feet spread, adding a lush, dramatic effect; it‚Äôs primarily, image 73

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, image 75

Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — It‚Äôs primarily grown for its ornamental value and edible corms, a staple in many cuisines; it is recommended that, image 74

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, image 72

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, image 78

Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — This plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 11 and prefers partial shade to full sunlight; it‚Äôs primarily grown, image 79

Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — it is important to consider its size and growth habit; it‚Äôs primarily grown for its ornamental value and edible, image 77

Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — shrub with green and multi-colored and white blooms; it‚Äôs primarily grown for its ornamental value and edible corms, image 83

Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — It requires a consistently moist environment; it is recommended that the soil be rich in organic matter to support its, image 80

Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — It is recommended that the soil be rich in organic matter to support its vigorous growth; it‚Äôs primarily grown for, image 81

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, image 82

Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — heart-shaped leaves which can grow up to 2 feet long; it‚Äôs primarily grown for its ornamental value and edible, image 85

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, image 86

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, image 89

Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — It‚Äôs primarily grown for its ornamental value and edible corms, a staple in many cuisines; it is recommended that, image 88

Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — shrub for shade; it is recommended that the soil be rich in organic matter to support its vigorous growth, image 84

Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — Part of the Araceae family; it is recommended that the soil be rich in organic matter to support its vigorous growth, image 90

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, image 87

Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — This plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 11 and prefers partial shade to full sunlight; it‚Äôs primarily grown, image 93

Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — It requires a consistently moist environment; it is recommended that the soil be rich in organic matter to support its, image 94

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, image 92

Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — it is important to consider its size and growth habit; it‚Äôs primarily grown for its ornamental value and edible, image 91

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, image 96

Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) — It is recommended that the soil be rich in organic matter to support its vigorous growth; it‚Äôs primarily grown for, image 95

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