How to grow and care for Colocasia esculenta
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Colocasia esculenta, Yam, Madhumbe, Magogoya, Arbi, Caladium, Malanga, Coco yam, Dasheen
Colocasia esculenta 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct light
18C° ~25C°
Every 7 days
water
How to water Colocasia esculenta
How often should I water?
check Colocasia esculenta Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
When is the Dormant period?
it goes into dormancy in the Winter. during the period, 1.5~2x the watering interval you use in the warm season.
Light & Location
How much light does a Colocasia esculenta need?
Bright direct light
Grow light
Light preference
Colocasia esculenta likes Bright direct light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
3~40℃
45
Houseplants
-15
18~25℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Colocasia esculenta at home, make sure the temperature is 18~25℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
100
Colocasia esculenta prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial, Annual |
| Habitat | Asia |
Is Colocasia esculenta toxic?
Colocasia esculenta is dangerous to Dog, Cat, Hamster, Dog
Dog
Cat
Hamster
Dog
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