Plant Delights Colocasia esculenta Mojito
Best exotic foliage for gardeners seeking a bold tropical statement.
This tropical standout brings a splash of drama to damp corners with its striking, purple-flecked foliage. It’s an aggressive grower that thrives in boggy soil where other plants might rot, though you’ll need to mulch it heavily if you live outside its preferred warmer zones.
$27.00
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Plant Delights Nursery
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a bold, tropical statement piece for their landscape
- Homeowners wanting to fill large garden spaces with fast-growing foliage
- Landscapers managing boggy areas or decorative backyard ponds
Who should skip it
- Northern gardeners unwilling to dig up and store tubers annually
- Busy plant owners looking for low-maintenance or drought-tolerant greenery
- Eco-conscious growers in tropical regions concerned about local ecosystem balance
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
The striking purple-flecked foliage creates an immediate, high-contrast tropical focal point.
Growth Speed
Rapid clumping habit delivers lush, full coverage in a single season.
Care Simplicity
Straightforward maintenance makes this an accessible choice for most gardening skill levels.
Environmental Versatility
Excels in boggy or wet areas where other plants often struggle.
Climate Adaptability
Strict zone requirements necessitate winter protection for those in colder climates.
Pet Safety
Contains calcium oxalates, making it toxic to curious cats and dogs.
Key Specs
Mature Height
36 inches
Pot Diameter
3.5 inches
USDA Hardiness Zones
7b to 10b
Light Exposure
Direct Sun
Bloom Season
Summer
Growth Rate
Fast
Plant Type
Colocasia
Pet Friendly
No
Air Purifying
No
Drought Tolerant
No
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