Giant Taro

Alocasia macrorrhizos, Araceae

Zones

9a–11b

Layer

Root

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (optimal)Partial Sun (optimal)

Water

HighHigh

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

CucumberCucumis sativus

Shade ProvisionWind Protection

VanillaVanilla planifolia

Physical SupportShade Provision

ChayoteSechium edule

Physical Support

ArrowrootMaranta arundinacea

Shade ProvisionWind Protection

KencurKaempferia galanga

Shade ProvisionWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

MalangaXanthosoma sagittifolium

Both large-leaved aroids compete intensely for nutrients and space, with potential allelopathic interactions between species

Edible CannaCanna indica

Both large-leaved plants compete intensely for light and root space, with potential shading conflicts

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Roots

Common Questions

What zones does Giant Taro grow in?

Giant Taro grows in USDA hardiness zones 9a through 11b.

What are good companion plants for Giant Taro?

Good companions for Giant Taro include Cucumber, Vanilla, Chayote, Arrowroot, Kencur.

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