Colocasia esculenta 'Tiger Stripe' – Streaked Stems and Chartreuse Leaves

'Tiger Stripe' Elephant's Ear

Colocasia esculenta 'Tiger Stripe' (kol-oh-KAY-shah ess-kew-LEN-tah) makes a splash with its purple-and-cream-streaked stems and chartreuse leaves.

Noteworthy Characteristics

Streaked stems and chartreuse leaves.

Growing Conditions & Care

'Tiger Stripe' wants full sun and moist soil. Gardeners in cool hardiness zones may overwinter tubers indoors covered by peat moss during winter, after leaves have been desiccated by frost.

Propagation

Plant tubers when soil is consistently around 70°F. Separate offsets in spring or summer.

Potential Problems

If tubers are kept too wet during winter storage, they may rot. Keep tubers and peat moss slightly damp, never wet.

Quick Reference

• Height: 5 ft.
• Spread: 1–3 ft.
• Light: Full sun only
• Moisture: Wet
• Maintenance: Moderate
• Foliage Color: Green
• Type: Tropical