Taro Plant Anatomy: Hawaiian Terms & Botanical Guide #3090825 (License: Personal Use)

This detailed sketch identifies key anatomical features of the taro plant (Colocasia esculenta), including the large heart-shaped leaf (lau/lū‘au), the upright stem (hā), the edible corm (kalo), fibrous roots (huluhulu), and reproductive structures like the flower (pua) and young shoots (oha). Labels also highlight culturally significant terms such as piko (junction point), kōhina (top of corm), and huli (cutting used for propagation).

Used in educational resources about Hawaiian agriculture, ethnobotany, or sustainable food systems; supports users seeking to grow, identify, or understand the cultural significance of taro in Pacific Island communities.