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Taro Elephant Ear
Colocasia esculenta
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2 UK retailers
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Taro Elephant Ear is a tropical plant that thrives in partial shade. It grows to around 60cm. Indoor foliage plant.
Sun
⛅ Partial Shade
Water
💧💧 Moderate
Hardiness
🌡️ H1 (Indoor Only)
Size
📏 60cm tall × 40cm wide
Wildlife
🐝 Indoor foliage plant
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Prices from 2 retailers
Prices last checked: 30 Oct 2026
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| Garden Plants Online Free delivery on most orders | £7.99Checked 31 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Garden Plants OnlineOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Thompson & Morgan + £6.99 delivery | from£17.99Checked 30 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Thompson & MorganOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Garden Plants Online
Free delivery on most orders
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Thompson & Morgan
+ £6.99 delivery
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Prices last checked: 30 Oct 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
Taro Elephant Ear is a tropical plant that thrives in partial shade. It grows to around 60cm. Indoor foliage plant.
Latin Name
Colocasia esculenta
Family
Hardiness Zone
H1
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
partial-shade
Water Needs
moderate
Flowering Season
Mature Height
60cm
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Taro Elephant Ear online in the UK?
You can buy Taro Elephant Ear from 2 UK nurseries including Garden Plants Online, Thompson & Morgan. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Taro Elephant Ear?
The scientific name for Taro Elephant Ear is Colocasia esculenta.
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