Taro
Common Name: Taro
Species Name: Colocasia esculenta
Plant Type: Perennial used as an annual
Family Name: Araceae
Plant Facts | |
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Origin | East Asia |
Sun Preference | Partial |
Problems | All parts can cause stomach upset if uncooked |
ID Characteristics
- Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 6 feett
- Plant Width: Varies
- Floral Characteristics
- Rarely seen in ornamentals
- Spathe & spadix
- Arrow shaped leaves on cylindrical stems
Habitat/Ecology | |
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Soil Type | Fertile, humus-rich |
USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 10 |
Notes | Tuber is a major food source in southeast Asia; different cultivars available |
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