Colocasia ‘Midnight Esculenta’ – Rare Black Elephant Ear Live Plant | A Bold & Exotic Showstopper for Your Garden

Bring dramatic elegance to your garden with the Colocasia ‘Midnight Esculenta’, a rare and highly sought-after elephant ear variety known for its deep black, velvety foliage. This plant is a true collector’s favourite—bold, mysterious, and absolutely stunning in any space.

If you love strong, eye-catching plants that transform ordinary gardens into premium tropical landscapes, Midnight Esculenta is a must-have!

Rare & Exotic Variety – Hard to find and highly valued by collectors
✔ Striking Deep-Black Leaves – Adds drama and bold contrast to your plant setup
✔ Fast-Growing & Hardy – Thrives in Indian climate conditions
✔ Large Elephant Ear Foliage – Creates a luxurious tropical vibe
✔ Perfect for Pots, Borders & Landscaping Projects
✔ Low-Maintenance & Beginner-Friendly

🌱 Plant Care Instructions

Light:

Prefers bright indirect sunlight or filtered shade

Avoid harsh direct sun, which may scorch the leaves

Watering:

Keep soil consistently moist—do not let it completely dry

Loves humidity and occasional misting

Soil:

Use rich, organic, well-draining soil

Fertilizer:

Apply organic or liquid fertilizer once every 2–3 weeks for bold foliage

Temperature:

Thrives in warm, humid Indian climate

Home gardens & balconies

Tropical landscapes

Water garden edges

Indoor bright corners

Plant collectors

Gifting to plant lovers

Note: The plants may or may not contain flowers or buds. There are chances that the buds/flowers could dry up due to transit stress even though we pack them with extreme care. The local climatic conditions and fertilization habits can affect the brightness & colour intensity of flowers. While we make every effort to match the actual colours of the flowers, the photographs may not be the exact representation, due to different monitor settings.

Shipping: This Indoor Plant ships for FREE. Please note that we might need up to 2-3 business days to properly dry and pack the plant and ship them.