Colocasia Waikiki | Care Guide and Pro Tips - Delivery from Toronto across Canada - JOMO Studio

6" Pot

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Colocasia Waikiki

$30

Medium - Bright

When top quarter dry

High

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Size:

6" Pot

Variant

Colocasia Waikiki, scientifically known as Colocasia esculenta ‘Waikiki’, is a truly show stopping tropical plant from the Royal Hawaiian series. Its leaves emerge a glossy green and soon reveal a wide, bold white central vein highlighted by a vivid purple "eye" at the base. As the foliage matures, the purple colouring intensifies and branches out into the veins, creating a striking, painterly effect. Compact yet dramatic, Colocasia Waikiki is perfect for container gardens, patios, or tropical-themed landscapes, where its sensational foliage becomes the star of the show.

What to expect

The plant comes with a default nursery pot. The nursery pot is usually 0.5" - 1" smaller than stated to fit into the same size decorative pot. Washable Paper Planter Bags are sold separately.

As with all living things, no two plants are alike. There is some natural variation in size, shape, and characteristics. We make every effort to bring you a plant that as closely as possible matches the plant as it appears on our website, in the size you have chosen, and have a good potential to happily grow in your home.

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In store shopping and free local pick up available at our store located at 21A Bathurst St, Toronto.

Free local delivery* available within City of Toronto and surrounding areas including Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, and Scarborough.

Shipping options are available for plants and planters that are 7" or smaller to all provinces in Canada. We ship out on every Monday (or Tuesday if Monday is a holiday) for orders placed by Saturday midnight.

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We check the destination weather for each package to make sure they arrive safely with whatever it takes. Complimentary heat packs and insulations are included to protect your plants from cold damage when mailing in a box, if weather requires.

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Pro tips

Colocasia Waikiki demands consistent watering and rich soil to achieve its bold variegation and compact, full shape. Feed every 2–3 weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer high in nitrogen to encourage larger, more colourful leaves. Avoid letting the soil dry out, especially during summer heat — dehydration can lead to smaller leaves and washed-out colours. Outdoors, apply a layer of mulch to retain soil moisture and regulate temperature. Indoors, ensure a large enough pot with excellent drainage. This variety benefits from slightly warmer nighttime temperatures to maintain vigorous growth and colour saturation.

Care Guide

How to take care of Colocasia Waikiki

Sun: Direct & Indirect

Colocasia Waikiki enjoys some direct sun, but they'll also do well in bright, indirect light. It is best to place this plant somewhere where it will receive some nice morning sun, or a couple hours of afternoon sun, and then indirect light the rest of the day.

Light: Medium - Bright

Colocasia Waikiki will thrive in bright light, but also can tolerate medium light. A good medium-light place in your home would be in the middle of a room that has a regular size window. They can be placed anywhere between the middle of the room and the window. Remember that plants will grow based on how much light they receive.

Water: When top quarter dry

Allow the top quarter of the soil to dry before watering Colocasia Waikiki again. This usually takes about 3 - 4 days in an average home environment. It will vary depending on the time of year, your environment and lighting conditions. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.

Humidity: High

Colocasia Waikiki likes a high humidity environment, give them a mist daily or as often as possible. Alternatively, you can put them around a humidifier. Although they won't die if they don't receive enough humidity, their leaves may have some dry, crunchy, or yellow edges.

Pet Caution

Colocasia Waikiki is moderately toxic and can cause some adverse reactions when ingested so it is best to not let your pets eat it, which we advise for all plants in general. The severity of the reaction will depend on how much of the plant is ingested but, if you know your pet typically does not eat your plants, this plant will be suitable for your home.

Plant Bio

About Colocasia Waikiki

Botanical Name: Colocasia esculenta ‘Waikiki’

Common Name: Colocasia Waikiki, Colocasia Royal Hawaiian Waikiki

Origin: Hybrid (Colocasia breeding, tropical Asia ancestry)

Plant Story

Introducing the Colocasia Waikiki, a dazzling and regal houseplant that captures the spirit of transformation and the vibrant magic of standing fully in your power.

Known botanically as Colocasia esculenta 'Waikiki', and part of the celebrated Royal Hawaiian® series, this variety is nothing short of breathtaking. Young leaves first emerge a simple green, but as they mature, a wide, creamy white vein unfurls across the center, crowned by a vivid purple dot. Over time, the purple intensifies and radiates outward into the veins, transforming each leaf into a living canvas of bold, tropical beauty. It’s a spectacular reminder that true brilliance often unfolds over time.

To help your Waikiki thrive, provide it with bright, indirect light and a warm, humid environment. Like all things that flourish into greatness, it requires steady warmth and patience, rewarding you with a continuous, ever-evolving display.

Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during its active growing season. This love of hydration reminds us that deep nourishment—whether for plants or for ourselves—is what fuels the most vibrant transformations.

As it matures, the Colocasia Waikiki becomes a showstopping centrepiece, drawing eyes and lifting spirits with its dramatic foliage and radiant energy.

Welcome the Colocasia Waikiki into your home and let it be a living reminder — it’s not just a plant; it’s a celebration of transformation, vibrant expression, and the stunning beauty that emerges when we fully embrace our evolution.

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