Colocasia esculenta 'Rubra'

Colocasia esculenta 'Rubra' is a bold tropical plant grown primarily for its large heart-shaped leaves that are dark green with reddish hues and strong, upright red stems, creating a dramatic architectural look in pond margins, bog gardens, or large containers. Its striking foliage adds vibrant colour contrast and exotic interest to wet garden borders and water features.

Though it may occasionally produce small, inconspicuous flowers in mid to late summer, its primary ornamental value lies in its foliage and structural presence, which also provides shelter for small wildlife in damp habitats.