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Colocasia esculenta Redemption Yellow 3cm H15cm

Colocasia esculenta Redemption Yellow 3cm H15cm
£37.00 GBP
£37.00 GBP
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Meet Colocasia esculenta 'Redemption Yellow'—a bright collector form of taro with colour that should intensify as the plant grows into larger leaves. It wants warmth, food and moisture, so it is best for someone ready to grow it on rather than forget it on a shelf.

  • The Formal Name: Colocasia esculenta 'Redemption Yellow'
  • The Nickname: Redemption Yellow Elephant Ear
  • Roots: A cultivated form of Colocasia esculenta, the taro/elephant-ear species long grown across tropical and subtropical regions.
  • Natural Vibe: Wet, fertile and warm; think bright tropical planting rather than dry houseplant care.

Care Guide
  • Care Guide:
  • Sunlight: Bright indirect light is best. Pale or yellow-toned sections need light, but can mark in hot sun.
  • Best Room: A warm grow-light setup, humid bright room or sheltered summer container once well rooted.
  • Snacks: Feed regularly once growth starts; Colocasia esculenta types are hungry plants.
  • Tropical Feels: Likes high humidity and steady warmth, especially while producing new leaves.
  • Cosy Factor: Best at 20–28°C; keep away from cold nights and winter draughts.
  • Thirst: Keep evenly moist during active growth. Never let the corm dry hard, but avoid cold soggy compost.
  • Safety First: Not pet-safe – aroid foliage contains irritating calcium oxalate crystals, so keep away from pets and children who may chew leaves or stems.
  • The Bedding: Rich, moisture-holding compost with added perlite/bark for air around the roots.
  • Family Tree: Corm division or offsets from a mature plant.
  • Space Needs: Will need potting on as it grows; mature leaves can become broad and architectural.
  • Speed: Fast in summer conditions; slower and sometimes resting in winter.
  • Uninvited Guests: Spider mites, thrips and aphids can target tender new leaves.
  • Moving Day: Pot on when roots fill the pot or watering becomes too frequent.
  • Haircut: Remove yellow leaves at the base once naturally spent.
  • Fresh Air: Good airflow helps large leaves dry after misting and reduces fungal spotting.
  • Plant Lore: Colocasia esculenta is the botanical backbone behind many dramatic ornamental elephant ears.
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