Usually light brown with a rough texture and woody appearance.
The leaf, stalk and corm can be eaten but must be cooked first as they are poisonous raw.
The cylindrical shaped corm is the most desired part of the plant and varies in size, normally 30-40 cm long.

The flesh of the corm is purple, white, yellow or pinkish in colour depending on the variety.

Choose taro that are heavy for their size
Should be firm and free of soft spots or bruising.

Source of Magnesium, Potassium and Calcium.
More than twice the carbohydrates of potatoes.
Provides 468kj / 100g.

Stored in a cool, dry place - consume within 7 days.
If cut the cut area will turn grey - cut away this section before using the remaining corm.

WA - Outer Metropolitan Areas.