(1/5) A close up of the stem, showing the similarity to celery.
(2/5) Tahitian spinach Colocasia esculenta By Wildfeuer [GFDL, CC-BY-SA-3.0, CC BY 2.5] (Photo Credits)
(3/5) The stems of Tahitian spinach are a great addition to stirfrys and will marinate beautifully soaking up lots of flavour.
(4/5) Tahitian Spinach For Sale
(5/5) Leaf of the Tahitian Spinach
Tahitian Spinach
Colocasia esculentaThis particular taro was developed for its yield of edible leaves and stems rather than its roots. The leaves and leaf stems are eaten as a cooked, green vegetable; the stems are widely used as a celery substitute in tropical areas. They provide protein, ... Read More
Other Names: Tahitian Spinach, Taro, Cocoyam, Celery Stem Taro
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Specifications of Tahitian Spinach
Preferred Climate Warm Temperate, SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones
Grown From CuttingLearn About Propagation Methods
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 1-2m
Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination
Can it Handle Frosts? Sometimes
Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)
Quarantine Restrictions to these Areas WA
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