How to propagate & grow Colocasia plants (Taro)

Dividing colocasia plants is a common method of propagation that involves separating the plant's root system into smaller sections, each with its own stem and leaves. Here are the general steps for dividing colocasia plants:
Choose the right time: The best time to divide colocasia plants is in the spring, just as new growth begins to emerge.
Prepare the plants: Water the plants thoroughly the day before you plan to divide them. This will help to loosen the soil and make it easier to work with.
Dig up the plant: Use a garden fork or shovel to carefully dig up the entire plant, taking care not to damage the roots.
Separate the sections: Gently pull apart the root system into smaller sections, each with its own stem and leaves. Use a sharp knife or pruning shears to cut through any thick roots that cannot be separated by hand.
Replant the sections: Plant each section in a new location, making sure to plant it at the same depth as it was originally growing. Water the plants thoroughly after planting.
Care for the new plants: Continue to water the newly divided plants regularly and provide them with the same care as you would for mature colocasia plants.
Dividing colocasia plants can help to rejuvenate overgrown plants, create new plants for your garden or indoor collection, and promote healthy growth. With proper care, your newly divided colocasia plants should thrive and provide you with many years of enjoyment.
Colocasia, also known as taro, is a tropical plant that is often grown for its large, attractive foliage. Here are some tips on how to grow colocasia plants:
Climate and soil: Colocasia plants prefer warm temperatures and high humidity. They thrive in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
Watering: These plants require frequent watering to keep the soil moist. However, it's important to avoid overwatering, as this can cause root rot.
Sunlight: Colocasia plants prefer partial shade, but they can tolerate some direct sunlight.
Fertilizer: These plants benefit from regular fertilization with a balanced fertilizer.
Pests and diseases: Colocasia plants are susceptible to a number of pests and diseases, including aphids, spider mites, and bacterial leaf spot. It's important to monitor your plants regularly and take action at the first sign of a problem.
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[@Ek549]

I agree with the full sun bit. I live in south Florida and my colocasia absolutely thrive in direct sunlight

[@martinburdon6905]

Great video Craig. You’ve got to love Colocasias. I had a Metallica I bought for £5 at the end of last summer, I kept it in an unheated bathroom and noticed stolons coming from it. I cut some off and put them in soil, 1 week later I had 2 new Colocasias growing!

[@GrowParadise]

Good to know!

[@hughmartinmcalary7702]

Great video Craig as always. Thanks.

[@GrowParadise]

Thanks 👍

[@faithjones9157]

Great job, you explained it so well, now I'm going to give it a try 😊

[@ThePalmDude]

Great video Craig! Very interesting watch this

[@GrowParadise]

Glad you enjoyed it mate 👍

[@campbelltown1234.]

Nice video. I learnt a lot from that. First time trying to grow one.😅

[@podels07]

Great video! I definitely have some runners I can separate off.

[@GrowParadise]

Go for it!

[@robertlundstrom8061]

Really nice video, well done.

[@GrowParadise]

Thanks Robert 👍

[@rheamalaluan621]

Thank you so much for this video! I just got a beautiful Colocasia esculenta Illustris and was wondering how I can share some with friends later :)

[@suemercer4082]

Brilliant video Craig, was wondering where you get the pots from, I only see black one that won't be recycled

[@peterkuhne5243]

I grow `Aloha`, `White Lava` and `Black Magic`. Every year I try some new varities. They are started up on the baathroom which is the warmest place in my house. This year I try `Fharaohs mask`. They are overwintered in the bedroom by 14 degrees and added some plant light. The esculenta I grow in the ground and dig up in late autumn (Denmark) and keep at 8 degrees in a greenhouse during winter.

[@GrowParadise]

Oh, Pharohs Mask looks amazing 👌

[@johnharford1452]

Just discovered your great channel and invaluable help for my new tropical border. I recently bought an Alocasia - also called Elephant Ear, do these need to be treated exactly the same as Colocasia ?

[@pamelaapgar8184]

I grew my first elephant ear plant last year but I brought my plant inside over the winder, I absolutely love this plant!

[@cornishmermaid9727]

Such a helpful video, thank you! I'm going to attack mine this weekend and see how many plants I can get for free!!

[@GrowParadise]

Let me know how it goes 😁

[@gphx]

Select Colossia varieties are also grown for edible stems.

[@freedomforestlife]

great video bro! do u find varities other than pink china survive in a pot in the unheated greenhouse over winter for you there?

[@GrowParadise]

I keep my greenhouse to a min of 5°C and most survive that in a dormant state

[@pamelatyer1030]

I have 4 huge ones .. should I drag them into the greenhouse to over winter them .. they are humongous..

[@aaliyahzeawesome7701]

Hi, i have a doubt. I planted a colocasia for fun tbh but it grew into this beautiful plant. Being a newbie i wondered whether you could help me I planted this around march and its may now and i noticed some tiny plantlets growing just near the main stem and im not sure whether its a form of vegetative propogation or its just weeds because the leaves are tiny like i said they look like tiny plantlets so should i remove them or replant them in another pot? (P.S. im a real newbie, no hate please ❤)

[@faithjones9157]

Hello 👋

[@OssyDL]

Another great video. I have colocasia gaoligongensis in the garden which iv lost somewhere in the mulch 😂 what do you think the chances are of this popping back up?

[@GrowParadise]

Blimey, we'll just have to wait and see 😁

[@PeterEvered-rj9zy]

Hi Craig, is tap water ok to use?

[@GrowParadise]

Yes, absolutely

[@jackiehaston3057]

Link for plant and seed shop?

[@MrARAVINDN]

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[@pamelatyer1030]

Mine the leaves are more upright than a regular elephant ear ( almost fan like )

[@pamelatyer1030]

I think maybe alocasia upright

[@annefrank7546]

Hi I bought them last year sadly none of them grow back this year. I think I kill them all pink white black green please advice on winter store 😢😢😢 thank you.

[@GrowParadise]

I've created a video all about winter storing these plants 👍

[@Omlittlebuddha]

My pink China has rotted over the winter 😢

[@GrowParadise]

Thats frustrating, was it planted out?