Black Ruffles Elephant Ear - Colocasia esculenta Berry They are slightly denser and

They are slightly denser and tangier than Cavendish bananas

and the maroon coloration develops/intensifies with bright light and time/maturity

Similar to the Borneo Giant

or plant it in a flowerbed

Black Ruffles Elephant Ear - Colocasia esculenta Berry They are slightly denser andThe Black Ruffle elephant ear has all the great qualities of the well known Black Magic Colocasia: striking dark purple leaves and deep plum stems. But the Black Ruffle has one bonus characteristic the Black Magic doesn't have: a ruffled texture that adds depth to your planter or garden. If your plant doesn't look just like the picture, give it a little time to grow up. Elephant ears' attributes become more defined as they mature. Mature height: 4 6