Overview
Colocasia fallax is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Colocasia, part of the Araceae family, with evergreen foliage. Colocasia fallax grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include patio and container plants and architectural.
About
Colocasia fallax is a clump-forming evergreen cultivar within the Colocasia genus, known for its tuberous-rooted perennials with arrow-shaped or rounded leaves featuring noticeable veining. This cultivar thrives in partial shade and prefers a sheltered position with moist but well-drained loam soil of acid to neutral pH. It is suitable for south, east, north, or west-facing aspects and is hardy to UK zone H1b. Colocasia fallax is often used as an architectural plant in patios and containers, with interest primarily in spring. Propagation is achieved through division or stem cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Colocasia
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Colocasia fallax size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Architectural
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Colocasia fallax
- Propagation
- Division, Stem cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite, aphids, glasshouse whitefly
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Colocasia fallax?
Colocasia fallax prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Colocasia fallax need?
Colocasia fallax grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Colocasia fallax hardy in the UK?
Colocasia fallax has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Colocasia fallax?
Division, Stem cuttings.
More in the Colocasia genus
- Colocasia 'Red Eyed Gecko'taro 'Red Eyed Gecko'
- Colocasia 'Painted Black Gecko'taro 'Painted Black Gecko'