Colocasia ‘Black Coral’

Bring bold tropical drama to your garden with Colocasia ‘Black Coral’, one of the most sought-after dark-leaved elephant ears. Its enormous, glossy, near-black leaves create a striking focal point, adding depth and contrast to containers, landscape beds, ponds, and water gardens. This vigorous grower quickly develops into an impressive specimen that commands attention all season long.

We ship healthy, established plants in a 5.5-inch (2 quart) pot, ready to bring lush tropical beauty to your garden.

Plant Details

• Mature Height: 4–6 feet
• Mature Width: 4–5 feet
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade
• Water Needs: High; thrives in consistently moist to wet soil
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 8–11

Why You'll Love It

• Massive, glossy foliage in rich near-black tones
• Creates exceptional contrast with colorful flowers and bright foliage
• Perfect for containers, ponds, rain gardens, and tropical landscapes
• Fast-growing, vigorous, and easy to grow in warm climates

Shipping Size
Your plant will be shipped in a 5.5-inch (2 quart) pot.

Shipping Note: These plants can get tall! We ship them with as much foliage as practical, but taller plants may require a little trimming to fit safely into the shipping box. Don’t worry—Colocasia are vigorous growers and quickly push fresh new foliage after planting.

Three Shovels Farm Promise
We proudly grow what we sell—so you can grow something unforgettable.

🔗 For planting and care information, visit our Growing Instructions.