Taro 'Tiger Stripe'

Taro 'Tiger Stripe' - Vegetables

Level

Beginner

Water

Every 3 days

Temperature

60° - 75°

Light

Indirect Sun

Pet

Toxic

About Taro 'Tiger Stripe'

The Taro plant is a tropical perennial with large, elongated, heart shaped leaves with wavy margins. The leaves of this plant are streaked with colors ranging from a darker green to a purplish color to cream. Streaks start from the center vein of the plant and spread towards the edges giving it a striped appearance.

Scientific Classification

Common Name

Taro 'Tiger Stripe'

Genus

Colocasia

Family

Araceae

Every 3d

Recommended Frequency

1 /2 cup of water

Recommended Amount

Taro plant does not like to dry out. It is important the soil is evenly moist at all times during the growing season.

0°50°100°

60° - 75°

Ideal Range

Moderate Temperature

Direct Sun

Recommended

80%

Recommended Humidity

High Humidity

Every 21d

Recommended Frequency

Fertilize your Taro Tiger Stripe once a month during spring and summer using a 10-10-10 liquid fertilizer.

Every 730d

Recommended Frequency

Repot your Taro once every two years or once it outgrows its pot.

Loamy Soil

Recommended Soil

Loamy Soil is well-draining and fertile soil. It is equal parts sand/silt/clay. This soil type tends to be acidic but is high in nutrients and retains moisture very well.

Level

Beginner

Water

Every 3 days

Temperature

60° - 75°

Light

Indirect Sun

Pet

Toxic

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