Colocasia esculenta 'White Lava'

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Typical UK price, 12cm pot

£13

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Last sold: 16 Sep 2026
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About Colocasia esculenta 'White Lava'

White Lava carries a dark green leaf blade splashed with bold white and cream sectoral variegation, a contrast pattern among the mostly solid-colour Colocasia cultivars. Care follows the same vigorous, moisture-loving profile as the rest of the species.

Native range

Cultivated colour selection of Colocasia esculenta.

Classification

Genus: Colocasia
Family: Araceae
Type: Variegated
Growth habit: Upright clumping, tuberous
Form of: Colocasia esculenta

Morphology

Leaf shape: Large peltate heart-shape
Leaf length: 30-45 cm
Leaf width: 25-38 cm
Petiole colour: Green
Venation: Prominent radiating primary veins
Texture: Matte, slightly waxy
Variegation: Dark green leaf blade splashed with bold white and cream sectoral variegation
Growth habit: Upright clumping from a central tuber/corm

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Before you buy

The plain species is inexpensive and widely available as corms or potted plants each spring
For 'Black Magic' or other named colour selections, confirm the leaf colour in photos matches the named form
Check corms are firm, not soft or mouldy, if buying bare-root
All parts contain calcium oxalate crystals and are toxic if ingested raw; keep away from pets and children

Colocasia esculenta 'White Lava' care

Substrate: Rich, moisture-retentive mix: 50% potting compost, 30% loam, 20% perlite. Tolerates boggy conditions better than most aroids.
Watering: Keep consistently moist; this species tolerates and often prefers wetter soil than typical houseplants, even standing water at the base outdoors.
Humidity: 50-70%, tolerates average household humidity well outdoors or in bright rooms.
Feeding: Balanced liquid fertiliser at full strength every 2-3 weeks during the growing season, a hungry, fast-growing plant.
Repotting: Annually while actively growing, given its rapid growth and corm expansion.

Common problems

Yellowing lower leaves
Cause: Natural leaf turnover as the plant grows
Fix: Remove spent leaves; only investigate if multiple leaves yellow at once
Spider mites
Cause: Dry indoor air
Fix: Increase humidity and treat with insecticidal soap

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How to propagate Colocasia esculenta 'White Lava'

Methods: Corm division, Offset (corm/pup). Step-by-step guide
Difficulty: Easy. Forgiving of missed waterings, average home humidity, and imperfect light. A solid pick for beginners or low-fuss collections.
Time to establish: 1-3 months
True from cuttings: Yes. Cuttings keep the cultivar's character.
Notes: Produces offset cormlets readily, which separate easily from the parent corm. One of the easiest aroids to divide.

Colocasia esculenta 'White Lava'

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