Cyrtosperma merkusii (Pulaka) - Image 4

Botanical name: Cyrtosperma merkusii

Common names: Pulaka, Swamp Taro, Giant Swamp Taro

Family: Araceae

Origin: Southeast Asia

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunKeep soil moistBog or aquatic plantThorny or spinyToxic or PoisonousEdible plant
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