Colocasia 'Madeira Star' – Rare Variegated Elephant Ear Plant

Bring rare beauty and striking tropical contrast to your garden with Colocasia 'Madeira Star', an eye-catching Elephant Ear variety known for its bold variegated foliage and elegant leaf patterning. Each large leaf displays a unique blend of rich green tones with creamy-white to pale yellow variegation, creating a star-like effect that makes this plant a true collector’s favourite.

Fast-growing and highly ornamental, 'Madeira Star' adds instant exotic impact to borders, containers, and tropical-style planting schemes. Its dramatic foliage and unpredictable variegation ensure that no two plants look exactly the same, making it a standout feature in any garden.

Key Features

• Unique variegated green and cream star-patterned foliage
• Large, bold Elephant Ear leaves with strong visual impact
• Highly ornamental and sought-after collector variety
• Ideal for tropical borders, containers, and feature planting
• Fast-growing in warm, moist conditions
• Excellent focal plant for exotic garden designs

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Colocasia esculenta 'Madeira Star'
• Common Name: Madeira Star Elephant Ear
• Plant Type: Tropical perennial
• Position: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist during active growth
• Mature Height: 90–150 cm (3–5 feet)
• Mature Spread: 60–120 cm (2–4 feet)
• Best For: Tropical gardens, patio containers, conservatories, and exotic plant collections

Why Choose Colocasia 'Madeira Star'?

Colocasia 'Madeira Star' is valued for its rare and unpredictable variegation, with each leaf offering a different pattern of creamy markings against deep green foliage. This creates a dynamic, ever-changing display throughout the growing season, making it one of the most visually exciting Elephant Ear varieties available.

Its bold presence makes it perfect as a standalone specimen or as part of a mixed tropical planting scheme where it can shine as a focal point.

Perfect For

• Exotic and tropical garden designs
• Rare plant collections
• Patio containers and feature pots
• Jungle-style planting schemes
• Waterside garden displays
• Statement foliage arrangements

Pair with dark-leaved Colocasia varieties, bananas, cannas, and ferns to create a rich, layered tropical landscape full of contrast and texture.

Elevate your plant collection with Colocasia 'Madeira Star'—a truly distinctive Elephant Ear that brings rare variegation and tropical elegance to any space.

1 Litre pot