Colocasia black magic, Thalia deal belta, Boutumus umbellatus combo ( 3 plants)
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Colocasia black magic, Thalia deal belta, Boutumus umbellatus combo ( 3 plants)
Colocasia black magic, Thalia deal belta, Boutumus umbellatus combo ( 3 plants)
Note :
* Colocasia black magic -- size of the plant depending on availability .. Sometimes tuber will be send.
* Boutumus umbellatus- we will cut of the leaves and send as the plant is a big plant.
* Thalia deal belta -- either tuber or medium sized plant will be shipped.
**Colocasia 'Black Magic'** is a stunning tropical plant known for its large, dramatic, heart-shaped leaves that are deep purple to black in color. It's a variety of **Colocasia esculenta** , commonly referred to as **elephant ear** due to the size and shape of its leaves.
### Key Features:
* **Size**: Grows up to 3-6 feet (1-2 meters) tall.
* **Foliage**: Velvety, dark purple-black leaves that add a bold, tropical aesthetic.
* **Sunlight**: Prefers partial shade to full sun, though the darkest color appears in full sun.
* **Water**: Thrives in consistently moist to wet soil, making it ideal for pond edges or water gardens.
* **Hardiness**: Typically grown as an annual in cooler climates, but it's perennial in USDA Zones 8-11.
It's a popular choice for adding dramatic flair to gardens, containers, or water features.
**Thalia dealbelta**, commonly known as powdery thalia, hardy canna, or water canna, is a striking aquatic perennial native to wetlands in the southern United States and Mexico. It is often used in water gardens or ponds due to its tall stature (reaching 3 to 6 feet), attractive bluish-green foliage, and vibrant purple flowers that bloom from late spring to early autumn​
This plant thrives in full sun and wet, loamy soils and can even tolerate being submerged up to 18 inches. It's a hardy species, ideal for USDA zones 6 to 10, and serves as a food source for wildlife like ducks and butterflies. Additionally, it contributes to water purification by removing pollutants from standing water​
Despite its hardiness, it requires some maintenance due to its rapid growth and spreading rhizomes, which can be controlled by planting in containers
**Butomus umbellatus** , commonly known as **flowering rush**, is a perennial aquatic plant that thrives in wetlands, ponds, and slow-moving water bodies. Native to Europe and Asia, it has also spread to parts of North America, where it can sometimes become invasive.
### Key Characteristics:
* **Height**: It typically grows to about 3-5 feet tall.
* **Flowers**: The plant produces striking pink to white flowers in umbrella-like clusters (umbels) from late spring to summer.
* **Leaves**: It has long, narrow, grass-like leaves that can grow submerged or above water.
* **Habitat**: Butomus umbellatus prefers shallow water or muddy banks and can tolerate both standing and slow-flowing water environments.
### Environmental Impact:
In North America, it is considered an invasive species in some regions, where it can outcompete native vegetation in wetlands and disrupt local ecosystems​
Apart from its aesthetic appeal in water gardens, the plant has limited use in traditional medicine and is sometimes planted to stabilize water edges​
It can be propagated by seeds or rhizomes and grows best in full sunlight.