Tall elephant's ear (Xanthosoma undipes)

Tall elephant's ear

Xanthosoma sagittifolium, the arrowleaf elephant ear or arrowleaf elephant's ear, is a species of tropical flowering plant in the genus Xanthosoma, which produces an edible, starchy corm. Cultivars with purple stems or leaves are also variously called blue taro, purple taro, purplestem tannia, and purple elephant's ear among others.

Scientific classification

Species

Tall elephant's ear (Xanthosoma undipes)

Water plantains and allies

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20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Tall elephant's ear

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Tall elephant's ear thrives with regular pruning in early spring to eliminate damaged leaves and promote growth. Trimming long or poorly positioned stems enhances shape and air circulation, preventing fungal diseases and ensuring a vibrant appearance.

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