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ornamentalFamily: AraceaeGenus: ColocasiaSpecies: antiquorum
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Black Beauty Elephant Ear
Colocasia antiquorum 'Black Beauty'
Cultivar: Black Beauty
Black Beauty Elephant Ear brings intense color and tropical flair to the garden with its velvety, dark foliage that creates a powerful contrast against brighter plants. This dramatic variety grows in an upright, clumping habit, making it perfectly suited for containers or patio pots. Its lush, heart-shaped leaves deepen in color throughout the season, providing consistent visual interest in warm, humid conditions.
Colocasia antiquorum 'Black Beauty' is a striking tropical plant known for its deep, dark purple-black foliage and dramatic, upright habit. It makes an excellent statement piece for containers or damp garden borders.
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Plant Profile
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Sun
Partial shade to full sun
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Water
Keep soil consistently moist to wet; this plant thrives in high-moisture environments and should never dry out completely.
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Mature size
3-5 feet tall and wide
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Hardiness
8-11
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Growth habit
clumping perennial
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Plant type
tropical foliage plant
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Growing note
Best color intensity is achieved when grown in full sun, provided the soil remains consistently moist. Provide protection from strong, drying winds to prevent leaf damage.
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Climate note
Thrives in heat and humidity; not frost-hardy and should be lifted or brought indoors before the first frost in cooler climates.
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Flower / fruit
Primarily grown for its decorative foliage; rarely blooms in container or garden settings.
Growing & Care
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Partial shade to full sun
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Growth rate
moderate
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Fertilizer
Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer during the active growing season to support its vigorous foliage production.
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Pruning
Trim back old or damaged leaves at the base to maintain a clean appearance throughout the season.
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Care notes
Best color intensity is achieved when grown in full sun, provided the soil remains consistently moist. Provide protection from strong, drying winds to prevent leaf damage.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
3-5 feet tall and wide
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Growth habit
clumping perennial
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Spacing
3-4 feet apart
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Primarily grown for its decorative foliage; rarely blooms in container or garden settings.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
8-11
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Temperature
Thrives in heat and humidity; not frost-hardy and should be lifted or brought indoors before the first frost in cooler climates.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Keep soil consistently moist to wet; this plant thrives in high-moisture environments and should never dry out completely.
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Soil
Rich, organic, moisture-retentive soil with good drainage.
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Soil pH
5.5-6.5
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Container Growing
Ideal for containers; use a large pot to accommodate its size and ensure it sits in a saucer of water or is watered daily to maintain moisture.
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Family
Araceae
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Foliage Look
Dark purple-black, velvety heart-shaped leaves with distinct veins.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are heart-shaped and dark purple-black; petiole attachment is peltate (on the leaf blade).
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Fruit Flower Look
Not applicable as the plant is grown for ornamental foliage.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers are rarely expected on juvenile or common garden-grown plants; focus on leaf morphology.
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Growth Habit Rules
Preserve the upright, clumping nature; avoid depicting as a vining or sprawling plant.
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Mature Plant Look
Bold, upright clump of large, deep purple-black heart-shaped leaves.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Large, heart-shaped, downward-pointing leaves with prominent veining on tall, sturdy petioles; forms a dense, upright clump.
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Morphology Rules
Focus on the dramatic, dark leaf coloration and upright, vigorous growth habit.
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Plant Faqs
How much water does Black Beauty need? It requires consistently moist soil and can even handle standing water. Is this plant safe for indoors? It can be grown indoors in a very sunny location with high humidity. Does it grow better in sun or shade? It performs best in full sun for optimal foliage color, though it tolerates partial shade.
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Root Look
Healthy, fibrous white roots filling the starter plug.
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Soil Look
Moist, rich, dark organic potting medium.
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Starter Stage
Small, tender plug with developing leaves that may initially show lighter tones before maturing into deep dark pigments.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Compact growth with 1-2 small, heart-shaped leaves; stems may appear lighter green transitioning to dark purple-black.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Black Beauty Elephant Ear. This is Black Beauty Elephant Ear, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Black Beauty Elephant Ear become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future container garden you want to create. This variety is celebrated for its deep, dark, velvety heart-shaped leaves that stand out in any tropical setting. Establish your starter plug in a four inch pot with quality well-draining soil, then move it to a final container or landscape location once it is strong and settled. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Colocasia Elephant Ear Black Beauty Tropical Plants Foliage Plants Container Gardening Agardeni Tropical Garden Plant Care Perennial
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the striking beauty of Colocasia 'Black Beauty', a premium choice for gardeners wanting intense dark tropical foliage. Perfect for adding a bold, modern look to patios and garden beds.
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Youtube Video Title
Colocasia antiquorum 'Black Beauty' | Dramatic Tropical Foliage
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