Colocasia gigantea 'Thailand Giant'

Colocasia 'Thailand Giant' Giant Elephant Ear

Common Name: Giant Elephant Ear

To say that this plant will dwarf any plant you already own would be putting it mildly! ‘Thailand Giant’ is much larger than C. gigantea. Its glaucous green leaves can measure a whopping 5' long x 4' wide each. Full grown plants typically reach 9ft tall, though some grown in tropical climates have reportedly reached 20'.

From a young age, this plant produces pleasantly perfumed, white, lily-like flowers, though it really is grown more for its gigantic leaves.

Thanks to Petra Schmidt of Plant Delights Nursery, who collected seed growing in the wild in Thailand, we can all enjoy this seedling selection. Create your own private jungle with Colocasia g. ‘Thailand Giant’!

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Product Profile

20ct Plug Tray

Height:

9.0 Feet

Spread:

9.0 Feet

Hardiness Zones:

8,9,10

Flower Color:

White Shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant

Growth Rate:

Rapid

Garden Style:

Asian Patio Container Eclectic Formal Modern

Other Features:

Container Attractive Foliage Specimen Focal Point

Origin:

Not Native to North America

'Thailand Giant' is an outstanding tropical plant that is often grown as an annual in colder zones. It is a moisture loving plant that needs consistently moist soil but well-drained soil to perform best and achieve its maximum size. This plant prefers full sun as long as sufficient moisture and humidity are provided. In dry climates, it is better sited in partial shade. Colocasias are heavy feeders, so the soil should be enriched with humus and other organic nutrients should be provided on a regular basis. Where Colocasia is hardy, it should be mulched well in winter to protect the central tuber.