Alocasia macrorhiza

Synonym(s):

Alocasia macrorrhizos

Uses

Hawaii: Tuber eaten. Must be cooked thoroughly to dissolve toxins

Additional Information

Name Authority:

(L.) Schott

Vernaculars:

Hawaii: Ape

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 Plant Classification Group:

• Araceae

 Plant Locations:

• North America
  • United States
    • Hawaii

 Plant References:

• VAN DYKE

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