Elephant Ear

Alocasias and Colocasia, better known as elephant ears, are impressive tropical plants that are prized for their dramatic foliage. Their immense leaves can measure up to 2 feet across, with foliage colors ranging from lime green to almost black. Upright elephant ears (Alocasia) usually have shiny leaves that often display colorful variegations. They can be grown indoors as well as out. Colocasia have a more spreading habit and their leaves typically have a velvety surface texture. Elephant ears can easily hold their own as a solo plant in the garden or in a large container. They also combine beautifully with other summer bulbs and flowering annuals.