{"product_id":"black-lava-colocasia-plant-rooted-small-elephant-ear-starter-live-taro-variety-for-tropical-gardens-landscape-pots","title":"Black Lava Colocasia Plant – Rooted Small Elephant Ear Starter for Tropical Gardens \u0026 Containers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlack Lava Colocasia Plant Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Black Lava Colocasia esculenta is a striking tropical foliage plant known for its dramatic dark green to nearly black leaves shaped like classic elephant ears. This small rooted starter plant is ideal for gardeners looking to add bold texture and lush greenery to tropical gardens, water features, or large patio containers. It thrives in warm, humid environments and is suitable for USDA zones 8 through 11.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive Black Lava Colocasia esculenta plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall rooted starter ready for fast growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpright growth habit with large, bold elephant ear-shaped leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for tropical gardens, ponds, and container planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark green to black foliage adds dramatic contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips healthy and ready for transplanting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tropical plant prefers moist, well-draining soil and thrives best in partial shade to bright indirect light. It requires moderate to high moisture levels to maintain its lush foliage. The Black Lava Colocasia grows upright and benefits from warm, humid conditions, making it a versatile choice for many outdoor settings within its USDA hardiness zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Jayme Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67941093605575,"sku":"sku-50953675407648","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/2185\/0311\/files\/s-l960_1_c8b5a550-e670-4d1d-8e21-84415901a053.png?v=1792241039","url":"https:\/\/prosperitynursery.com\/products\/black-lava-colocasia-plant-rooted-small-elephant-ear-starter-live-taro-variety-for-tropical-gardens-landscape-pots","provider":"Prosperity Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}