Colocasia 'Ele Paio' (potted)

Colocasia ‘Ele Paio’ (Milky Way) – Unique Spotted Foliage with Tropical Appeal

Colocasia esculenta ‘Ele Paio’, also known as ‘Milky Way’, is a standout elephant ear cultivar prized for its distinctive variegation. Each leaf is uniquely splattered with white spots and blotches, extending even onto the stems, giving the plant a striking, celestial appearance reminiscent of a starry night sky.

This clumping variety thrives in part shade and typically grows to 36 to 48 inches tall with a similar spread, making it a bold yet manageable addition to garden beds, containers, or tropical-themed landscapes.

🌿 Plant Size at Maturity: ~36–48" tall x 36–48" wide
🪴 Shipped in: 2-quart pot
☀️ Light: Full sun to part shade
💧 Water: Prefers consistently moist soil; ideal for wet or boggy sites
🌱 Hardiness: Zones 8–10 (grow as an annual or overwinter indoors in cooler climates)

Plants are shipped in 2-quart pots, unless local regulations require bare-root shipment. Photos are representative; natural variation in spotting and coloration is part of the plant’s charm.

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