Garden patch full of dark chocolate-colored, puckered leaves of Black Ripply Colocasia
Black Ripple Colocasia
Black Ripple Colocasia in brown Southern Living Plant Collection pot
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‘Black Ripple’ Colocasia

Colocasia hybrid 'Black Ripple' PP26151

Deeply puckered, dark chocolate leaves are anchored by near-black stems on this bushy, compact plant. Its rich color and texture will lend a sweet surprise to your landscape.

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Light Needs

Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
8a - 11b

mature dimensions

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3-4′ H x 3-4′ W
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More About ‘Black Ripple’ Colocasia

Bloom/Feature

Deeply puckered, dark chocolate leaves

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Deciduous

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 10°F to 20°F

Key Features

Clumping Habit, Spreading Habit, Wet Areas, Year-Round Interest

Flowering Season

None

Uses

Accent, Container

Water Needs

High

Fertilize

Feed throughout growing season

Pruning

Remove dead leaves during growing season

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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