The Taro is often referred to as the 'mother of the Eddoe'. A root vegetable whose roots are used for eating, it is a very starchy root that needs to be boiled well before consumption.
What else you need to know
In Chinese cuisine, taro is very prominent because it is used to cook various types of food, including desserts, stir-fry dishes and much more. Taro also has a special meaning in Chinese New Year.