Caladium bicolor

Fancy Leaved Caladium, Angel Wings, Elephant's Ear

Family: Araceae Arum


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 8A - 11
Exposure Full shade to partial shade or partial sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, container, foundation, massing, specimen
Height 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Spread 12" to 36" / 30cm to 90cm
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Leaf color Variegated
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Irregular or sprawling, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage