What could be more dramatic than giant elephant ears interplanted with bananas and gingers? Or what could be better than a black elephant ear understory with lime green angel trumpets above? There are all sizes, shapes and colors to choose from.

Black Taro -- (Alocasia plumbea ): This beauty has shiny dark leaves with a purple underside and likes part to full sun. Grows to 4 feet. (Zones 8-10). $12.99

Hilo Beauty -- (Alocasia sp.): Variegated leaves in shades of cream to green. Part to full sun. Grows to 5 feet. (Zones 8-10). $12.99



Odora -- (Alocasia odora): Pleated, bright green foliage makes a great contrast with other varieties. Clumping variety. Grows to 3 feet. (Zones 7-10). $12.99

Portadora -- (Alocasia portadora): Tall grower with a ruffle-edged leaf. This huge, non-aggressive speces is the perfect centerpiece for a tropical garden. Part to full sun. Grows to 8 feet. (Zones 7-10). $29.99, $15 boxing charge plus UPS shipping charge applies to this one because it's huge (or it can be packed with up to 3 other items in a single box!).

New Guinea Shield -- (Alocasia wentii): Thick veins and a shiny leaf set this one apart. Dark green top with violet undersides add drama to the tropical bed. Leaves to 3 feet long and the plant grows to 5 feet. Needs more shade than most. (Zones 7-10). $12.99

Black Magic Taro -- (Colocasia esculenta): Dusty black leaves that like part to full sun. Plant with bananas and gingers to make a feast for your eyes and table. Grows to 5 feet. (Zones 7-10). $12.99


Lime Zinger Taro -- (Xanthosoma aurea): Lime green, heart-shaped leaves make this one a must have contrast. Plant with Black Magic Taro for a shocking effect. Clumping variety. Part to full sun. Grows 3-5 feet. (Zones 8-10). $17.99


Violet-stemmed Taro -- (Colocasia fantonessi): Violet stems and a black cast to the leaves make for drama in the garden. Grows to 8 feet. (Zones 7-10). $12.99

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