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Colocasia esculenta
Care guide, husbandry, breeding, disease, and sourcing intelligence on Taro (Colocasia) - written by the Fast Aquatics editorial team.
Taro (Colocasia) reaches 48-72 inch height at adulthood within 12-24 months. Taro (Colocasia) (Colocasia esculenta) is an aquatic plant native to pond ecosystems. Taro (Colocasia) requires a minimum of 200 gallons (pond) for healthy adults. Taro (Colocasia) prefers pond parameters: temperature 50-78°F seasonal swing for cold-tolerant species, pH 7.0-8.5, ammonia + nitrite 0 ppm, nitrate under 40 ppm, dissolved oxygen 5+ mg/L (aerator non-optional in summer).
Minimum 200 gallons (pond) for adults.
Taro (Colocasia) is rated beginner difficulty.
Taro (Colocasia) is a photosynthetic. Taro (Colocasia) (Colocasia esculenta) is an aquatic plant native to pond ecosystems. Taro (Colocasia) requires a minimum of 200 gallons (pond) for healthy adults. Taro (Colocasia) prefers pond parameters: temperature 50-78°F seasonal swing for cold-tolerant species, pH 7.0-8.5, ammonia + nitrite 0 ppm, nitrate under 40 ppm, dissolved oxygen 5+ mg/L (aerator non-optional in summer).
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