Elephant Ear (Ape)
Alocasia macrorrhizos
Non-native
Family: Araceae
Size: Up to 8' high
Identification
Identification
Food and health uses
Food and health uses
The stem is edible, but contains raphid along with other irritants that can numb and swell the tongue and pharynx resulting in difficult breathing and sharp throat pain. Prolonged boiling before serving or processing may reduce the risks.
More information
More information
Elephant Ear at Permaculture Bike Shed