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Colocasia Evolution 3cm H15cm

Colocasia Evolution 3cm H15cm
£37.00 GBP
£37.00 GBP
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Meet Colocasia 'Evolution'—a collector baby with shifting, high-impact foliage as it grows from a small plug into a proper elephant-ear plant. It is one for growers who enjoy watching each new leaf develop stronger colour and shape under warm, bright conditions.

  • The Formal Name: Colocasia 'Evolution'
  • The Nickname: Evolution Elephant Ear
  • Roots: A cultivated Colocasia selected for decorative foliage and vigorous corm-based growth.
  • Natural Vibe: Think tropical wet season: warmth, bright filtered light, moisture and generous food once established.

Care Guide
  • Care Guide:
  • Sunlight: Bright indirect light is best. Give enough light to strengthen colour, but avoid harsh glasshouse-style midday sun on young leaves.
  • Best Room: Best on a warm grow bench, bright plant shelf or humid room where it can be watched closely while young.
  • Snacks: Feed lightly at first, then increase during active growth as larger leaves appear.
  • Tropical Feels: Higher humidity helps leaves unfurl cleanly; airflow matters too so the crown does not sit stagnant.
  • Cosy Factor: Keep above 18°C where possible, with 20–28°C giving the strongest growth.
  • Thirst: Do not let it dry hard. Keep lightly and evenly moist, reducing water only if growth pauses.
  • 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: A moisture-retentive aroid mix with extra perlite or bark suits it well.
  • Family Tree: Usually propagated from corms or side offsets when mature.
  • Space Needs: Give it room as it sizes up; Colocasia can outgrow small pots quickly in summer.
  • Speed: Quick once settled in warmth; slower after shipping or in winter.
  • Uninvited Guests: Check undersides for spider mites and new growth for thrips.
  • Moving Day: Move up a pot size when roots are active and the plant is drying too fast.
  • Haircut: Remove tired leaves rather than trimming healthy foliage.
  • Fresh Air: Fresh, warm air keeps leaves cleaner and helps prevent fungal marks.
  • Plant Lore: Young Colocasia often look modest at plug stage, then transform dramatically once the corm has settled.
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