{"product_id":"colocasia-esculenta-starter-plant-elephant-ear-tea-cup-variety-small-rooted-plant","title":"Colocasia esculenta Tea Cup Elephant Ear Starter Plant - Tropical Perennial with Upward-Facing Leaves","description":"\u003ch2\u003eColocasia esculenta 'Tea Cup' Starter Plant Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis small rooted starter plant of Colocasia esculenta, commonly known as the Tea Cup Elephant Ear, is a tropical perennial prized for its distinctive upward-facing green leaves. Ideal for gardeners looking to add a lush, tropical touch to their garden, this plant thrives in moist, well-draining soil and can adapt to a range of light conditions from partial shade to full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Elephant Ear, Tea Cup Colocasia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScientific Name: Colocasia esculenta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Tropical perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage Color: Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLife Cycle: Perennial in warm climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeason of Interest: Spring through Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor optimal growth, plant in moist, well-draining soil and maintain consistent moisture levels. The Tea Cup variety prefers partial shade to full sun, making it versatile for various garden settings. While mature size and USDA zone specifics are not provided, this starter plant is suitable for gardeners in warm climates where it can thrive as a perennial.\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":46926157775047,"sku":"sku-50193804493088","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/2185\/0311\/files\/images_cd8977e9-a7b3-472b-9bdd-ccb8e74ffe9d.png?v=1785471925","url":"https:\/\/prosperitynursery.com\/products\/colocasia-esculenta-starter-plant-elephant-ear-tea-cup-variety-small-rooted-plant","provider":"Prosperity Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}