Arrowleaf Elephant's Ear (Xanthosoma Sagittifolium) is a perennial herb in the Araceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.
Xanthosoma sagittifolium is a fast-growing tropical herbaceous plant known for its edible starchy corm and large arrow-shaped leaves.
Arrowleaf Elephant's Ear
Xanthosoma Sagittifolium
Xanthosoma sagittifolium is a fast-growing tropical herbaceous plant known for its edible starchy corm and large arrow-shaped leaves.
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