Elepaio Elephant Ear Milky Way (Ele Paio) - Colocasia esculenta Xanthosoma The Latin name supposedly stemmed

The Latin name supposedly stemmed from Christopher Columbus mistaking it for black pepper and therefore penning it as "Pimenta" from the Spanish word for Pepper

• Grow indoors

Soil: Prefers high humidity and requires moist

Zones: 9b-11

• Chill Hours: 200

Elepaio Elephant Ear Milky Way (Ele Paio) - Colocasia esculenta Xanthosoma The Latin name supposedly stemmedEach leaf of the Elepaio is its own work of art. There are no two alike. The Elepaio, also known as Milky Way, has lovely detailing in cream, white, and green. Elephant ears' attributes become even more defined when they mature. Average mature height: 3 feet Light: Sun to part shade. Soil: Keep moist, but not soggy Zones: 7b 11