Dry land taro (Colocasia esculenta) known as Kalo in Hawaiian, is a culturally significant crop and Hawaii's state plant. It is a starchy root crop that can be steamed, baked, or fried. Taro leaves may also be eaten by boiling or steaming them, typically as part of laulau; Hawaii, United States of AmericaImage #: 33839771 See More From: Dave Fleetham