Colocasia 'Black Magic' jackfruit The Mt Lewis palm

The Mt Lewis palm

Bright-lime green leaves and stems

They flower profusely giving a stunning colourful display to any garden

Very strong

Every tropical country seems to have its own variation of Hibiscus Tea whether served cool and sweet or hot and herbal

Colocasia 'Black Magic' jackfruit The Mt Lewis palmColocasia esculenta 'Black Magic' is a popular form of Elephant Ear prized for its luxurious, large, rich black velvety looking leaves on deep purple stems. Grows approximately 1 x 1m. Subtropical plant benefits from a warm, humid climate. Full sun to part shade. Rich, moist soil. This plant does well in a bog or even in the margins of a water garden, as well as in average garden soil. Tolerant of wet feet. Not suitable for dry areas.