Taro
Colocasia esculenta
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Taro is a tropical perennial grown for its edible starchy corms and ornamental heart-shaped leaves. It thrives in warm, humid conditions with consistent moisture and produces large, dramatic foliage.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Southeast Asia
Seasonality
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
Dasheen (larger corms, suited to temperate cultivation) and Eddoe (smaller corms, higher yields) are among the most common cultivars, with regional varieties selected for corm size, taste, and pest resistance.
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Taro is a tropical perennial grown for its edible starchy corms and ornamental heart-shaped leaves. It thrives in warm, humid conditions with consistent moisture and produces large, dramatic foliage.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Taro grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Southeast Asia
Seasonality
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
Dasheen (larger corms, suited to temperate cultivation) and Eddoe (smaller corms, higher yields) are among the most common cultivars, with regional varieties selected for corm size, taste, and pest resistance.