Cyrtosperma merkusii (Pulaka) - Image 5

Botanical name: Cyrtosperma merkusii

Common names: Pulaka, Swamp Taro, Giant Swamp Taro

Family: Araceae

Origin: Southeast Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunKeep soil moistKeep soil wet: Bog or aquatic plantThorny or spinyToxic or PoisonousEdible plant
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Cyrtosperma merkusii (Pulaka) dark green leaves of large tropical plant
Cyrtosperma merkusii (Pulaka) massive dark green heart shaped foliage
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