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Malanga Elephant Ear Plant
Size: 7 Inch Pot
$8.00
Pickup available at Solarte Island
Usually ready in 4 hours
Known locally as malanga or Otoe, Xanthosoma sagittifolium is a lush, tropical edible plant with bold, arrow-shaped leaves that bring a striking presence to the garden. Valued for both its ornamental foliage and nutritious underground corms, this plant grows easily in Bocas’s warm, humid climate. It prefers partial shade, rich soil, and steady moisture—thriving with minimal fuss. The large leaves lend a tropical feel to food forests and permaculture gardens, while the starchy roots are a versatile food source widely used in Caribbean and Latin cuisine. A beautiful and practical addition to any edible landscape.
Plant Details
Botanical Name: Xanthosoma sagittifolium
Common Names: Malanga, Otoe, Cocoyam, Elephant Ear (edible)
Plant Type: Perennial
Light Preference: Shade and Partial shade
Best Location: Outdoors
Mature Height: 3-5 feet
Plant Uses: Edible or Culinary
Delivery & Pick Up Info
We offer free deliveries to most islands. Our delivery days are as follows:
Mondays: Red Frog area
Tuesday: Bocas Town, Careneros
Wednesday: The Cut, North East Solarte, Bahia Honda
Thursday: Bocas Town, North West Solarte
Friday: Old Bank area
You can also pick up your orders from our Farm in Solarte Mon-Sat 10am-5pm
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