Colocasia menglaensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.T.Yin, H.Li & Z.F.Xu
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 41: 223 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357858
Common Names
- Colocasia menglaensis
- Mengla Taro
- Mengla Elephant Ear
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Colocasia menglaensis (also called Chinese Taro, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen, herbaceous perennial with large, heart-shaped, green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to China and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Colocasia menglaensis is a medicinal plant that is used to treat digestive disorders, urinary tract infections, and other ailments. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Colocasia menglaensis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves and are slightly serrated.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Colocasia menglaensis is a tropical perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division of the rhizomes. It is best to propagate in the spring or summer when temperatures are warm and the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Colocasia menglaensis
Colocasia menglaensis can be found in China.
Colocasia menglaensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Colocasia menglaensis?
Colocasia menglaensis
What type of plant is Colocasia menglaensis?
Tropical perennial
Where does Colocasia menglaensis originate from?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Colocasia genus
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,
References
Li Heng (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Li' in the authors string.
Jian-Tao Yin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Yin' in the authors string.
Zai Fu Xu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.F.Xu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77061409-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.