Taro - Wikipedia
WEBTaro (/ ˈtɑːroʊ, ˈtær -/; Colocasia esculenta) is a root vegetable. It is the most widely cultivated species of several plants in the family Araceae that are used as vegetables for their corms, leaves, stems and petioles. Taro corms are a food staple in African, Oceanic, East Asian, Southeast Asian and South Asian cultures (similar to yams).
What Is Taro and How Do You Use It? - Allrecipes
WEBFeb 9, 2022 · Taro, one of the world's oldest cultivated crops, is a staple ingredient in many cuisines. You might know it from boba tea, but there's so much more to this starchy root vegetable. Get acquainted with taro and the many ways to enjoy its sweet, nutty flavor.
Taro | Description, Plant, Root, Edible, Poisonous, & Facts
WEBAug 28, 2024 · taro, (Colocasia esculenta), herbaceous plant of the arum family (Araceae) and its edible rootlike corm. Taro is probably native to southeastern Asia, whence it spread to Pacific islands and became a staple crop.
Taro: What It Is And How To Eat It? — Eat This Not That
WEBMay 13, 2016 · Taro: What It Is And How To Eat It. If you've been wondering about the mysterious root veggie, here's everything you need to know about it! By Catalina Gonella. Published on May 13, 2016 | 9:19 PM. From plums to eggplants to purple carrots, purple foods are always a nice surprise.
7 Surprising Benefits of Taro Root - Healthline
WEBJul 12, 2023 · Taro root is a great source of fiber and other nutrients and offers a variety of potential health benefits, including improved blood sugar management, gut and heart health. Here are 7 health ...
What Is Taro? | Cooking School - Food Network
WEBFeb 26, 2024 · What Is Taro? Taro is a tropical root vegetable that has a brown, hairy exterior and purple-flecked, starchy flesh with a nutty, sweet flavor. Taro was originally found in Southeast Asia, but...
What Is Taro? 7 Ways to Serve the Root Vegetable - 2024 ...
WEBOct 30, 2021 · What Is Taro? 7 Ways to Serve the Root Vegetable. Written by MasterClass. Last updated: Oct 30, 2021 • 3 min read. Peel away the taro root’s brown exterior, and you’ll find a purple-flecked, starchy vegetable. Cook the ancient veggie in myriad ways to experience its nutty, sweet flavor.
Health Benefits of Taro Root - WebMD
WEBNov 13, 2022 · Taro root is a vegetable used in a variety of cuisines around the world. It has a mild, nutty taste, starchy texture, and nutrition benefits that make it a healthier alternative to other root...
How taro is eaten around the world - National Geographic
WEBJul 11, 2023 · What is Taro? Taro (Colocasia esculenta) is part of a family of plants with edible underground stems, known as corms. There are a number of different varieties of taro around the world, with each...
How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Taro
WEBTaro quick growing tips. Taro is a tropical or subtropical plant that requires very warm temperatures–77° to 95°F (25-35°C)–and consistent moisture to thrive. Taro grows best in USDA zones 9-11. Taro can be grown for its tubers only where summers are long–at least 200 frost-free, warm days.