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Colocasia esculenta 'Kakakura Ula Ula
(Edible Leaf Tarao 'Kakakura Ula Ula')

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Colocasia esculenta 'Kakakura Ula Ula'
(Edible  Leaf Taro 'Kakakura Ula Ula')

Family:  Araceae
Light:  Full sun, sun-part shade, Light shade
Height: 4'-6' 
Spread:  2'-3'
Foliage:  Green with purple stem
Soil:  High moisture needs
Propagation:  Tuber division, offsets
Uses:  Accent, landscaping, specimen
Comments:  Colocasia esculenta 'Kakakura Ula Ula' or Edible Leaf Taro is a  tropical perennial tuber plant that spreads by above-ground runners. The leaves and the tuber roots are edible when cooked.  
USDA Hardiness Zones :  5-11