Colocasia esculenta "Violet Stem" Taro LILY-LIKE AQUATICS however the vegetation dies off

however the vegetation dies off in the colder winter months leaving an interesting skeleton

A vigorous easy to grow Iris

up to 3' tall

A popular hardy with its large tropical looking blue-green canna like foliage that offers a uncommon small purple flower on slender stalks in summer to late summer

Be sure to keep water levels 1 to 4 inches over their crowns

Colocasia esculenta "Violet Stem" Taro LILY-LIKE AQUATICS however the vegetation dies offCommon Name: Violet Stem Taro Plant Description Name: Colocasia esculenta "Violet Stem" Taro This gem is a bold statement for the water garden, with 6 foot deep purple petioles (stalks) leading to the giant 3' long green leaves that show a slight hazy purple to them. 1' tall yellow flowers have a wonderful papaya like fragrance. Although it sends out wild looking runners, it is a slow plant to spread. Sun to part shade, up to 48" tall, Zone 9 Cannot