Common Colocasia Care Questions
How Often Do You Water Colocasia?
Colocasia needs constant watering; to the point that the soil of the taro plant keeps wet- moist but not soggy. Elephant ears are water-thirsty plants. Outdoor plants require at least 1 inch of rainwater per week while indoor plants will require at least 2 – 3 inches of water per week.
How Much Sun Does A Colocasia Need?
Generally Colocasia varieties do well in full sun to part shade. They like a lot of water and will grow like weeds!
Why Are Colocasia Leaves Turning Yellow?
Yellow leaves on your Colocasia are a sign that your plant is struggling either because of a watering imbalance, lighting or humidity problem, space problem, root problem, disease, or pest issue. it can also be a sign that your Taro plant is shedding its old leaves in preparation for new growth.
Should I Cut Off Damaged Colocasia Leaves?
Pruning is optional unless the damaged tissue, leaves, the stalk is oozy, mushy, slimy, and foul-smelling, in which case it should be removed.
Should I Cut Off Dead Colocasia Leaves?
The older leaves that gradually die off can be removed to keep the plants looking tidy and that way, your plant can devote its energy to growing new leaves and using nutrients for the still-alive leaves.
Why Is My Colocasia Dying?
The most likely causes are that they aren't receiving the right amount of water, sunlight, and nutrients. But a lack of nutrients or space or growing them in the wrong climate could also be the problem.
Why Isn't My Colocasia Growing?
There are many causes for this stubborn problem. They range from temperature stress and low humidity levels to excessive sun exposure, overwatering, and underwatering. Too many causes might complicate the issue and you’d have to take a look at the environment around the plant and the amount of water you give it. Adjust all of these until you find the real reason. Or sometimes, it just goes dormant-where growth stops.
How Often Do Colocasia Bloom?
In general, it takes at least three years for an elephant ear plant to bloom. The bloom is a small, white flower that grows on a stalk. It is not common or predictable for Colocasia to bloom.
Have a question about Colocasia? Fill out the form below and we will try and get back to your question as soon as possible. We may even feature your question in this article to help other gardeners!