Diamond Head Elephant Ear - Colocasia esculenta Variegated Birds of Paradise are drought-tolerant

Birds of Paradise are drought-tolerant once they are established

The pods are not edible and are poisonous

The Ananasnaja kiwi has smooth skin

and the fruit ripens 6 to 8 weeks after it sets

or African Mask

Diamond Head Elephant Ear - Colocasia esculenta Variegated Birds of Paradise are drought-tolerantThe Diamond Head Elephant Ear has large, dark purple leaves that are almost black. The leaves and stems have a glossy finish. If your plant doesn't look just like the picture, give it a little time to grow up. Elephant Ears' attributes become even more defined when they mature. Average mature height: 4 5 feet Light: 65% 73% shade. Likes high light. 80% shade maximum. Soil: Prefers plenty of water. Does well in boggy areas. Zones: 7b 11