Typhonium divaricatum

Family: Araceae

What it is like

A taro family herb. It has underground tubers. The stems are short and have heart shaped leaves. The leaves are 15-18 cm long. Around the flower is a green spathe that narrows to a tip at the end. The fruit are oval berries with 1 or 2 seeds.

There are about 50 Typhonium species.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China, Guam, India, Indonesia, SE Asia, Taiwan

How it is used for food

It is eaten in times of scarcity.

Edible parts

Bulbs, leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Pantake

Synonyms

Arum divaricatum L.;