The heart-shaped leaves of ‘Illustris’ are huge, and their dark highlights are stunning. This elephant ear is a lover of moist shade, but does best with a little dappled sunlight. It will tolerate boggy conditions. -Julia Jones, Fine Gardening issue #120 Noteworthy Characteristics Large purple-and-green leaves. Care Provide light shade to full shade and consistently moist or boggy soil. Propagation Divide in winter or early spring.