Black Magic Taro

Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic'

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Overview

Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic', commonly known as Black Magic Taro, is a striking tropical perennial with large, heart-shaped leaves. Its foliage, which can span up to 2 feet in length, boasts a deep, velvety purple to black hue. Thriving in partial to full shade, this plant prefers moist, rich soils. Mature height reaches up to 3-6 feet with a spread of 2-4 feet, making it a bold accent in water features or damp garden areas.

Sun ShadeWater HighZones 9–11Climate Subtropical

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — commonly known as Black Magic Taro

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — Its foliage, which can span up to 2 feet in length, boasts a deep, velvety purple to black hue

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — Thriving in partial to full shade, this plant prefers moist, rich soils

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — Mature height reaches up to 3-6 feet with a spread of 2-4 feet

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — making it a bold accent in water features or damp garden areas

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — commonly referred to as Black Magic Taro

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — is a stunning perennial that can serve as a dramatic focal point in any landscape design

Culture

Sun: Shade
Water: High
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Araceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — commonly known as Black Magic Taro

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — Its foliage, which can span up to 2 feet in length, boasts a deep, velvety purple to black hue

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — Thriving in partial to full shade, this plant prefers moist, rich soils

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — Mature height reaches up to 3-6 feet with a spread of 2-4 feet

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — making it a bold accent in water features or damp garden areas

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — commonly referred to as Black Magic Taro

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — is a stunning perennial that can serve as a dramatic focal point in any landscape design

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — It exhibits a captivating foliage with heart-shaped leaves that can grow up to 2 feet in length

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — with a unique dark purple to black hue that intensifies in full sun exposure

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — These leaves are supported by sturdy stems that can reach a height of 3 to 6 feet and a spread of 2 to 4

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — preferring consistently moist or even boggy conditions

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — It performs best in partial shade but can tolerate full sun if kept adequately watered

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — mimicking its natural habitat as a marginal aquatic plant

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — while a slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal for optimal growth.<br><br>This plant offers design

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — Soil should be rich and loamy with good drainage to prevent root rot

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — making it suitable for container gardens

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — it is important to note that while this plant has remarkable decorative qualities

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — or waterside plantings where it can be showcased as a standalone specimen for its striking appearance

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — all parts of the Black Magic Taro are considered toxic if ingested

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — green and multi-colored and white flowers in the garden

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — so caution should be exercised if pets or children are present in the garden vicinity

Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — shrub with green and multi-colored and white blooms

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