What is aula in english?

The species Amorphophallus paeoniifolius (Dennst.) Nicolson var. campanulatus (Decne.) Sivad. is known by the common name Aula in Hindi.

Amorphophallus paeoniifolius (Dennst.) Nicolson var. campanulatus (Decne.) Sivad.

Amorphophallus paeoniifolius (elephant foot yam or whitespot giant arum) is a tropical tuber crop grown primarily in Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia and the tropical Pacific islands. It is cultivated for its starch-rich tubers in Asia, particularly in India.

In English, Aula (Amorphophallus paeoniifolius (Dennst.) Nicolson var. campanulatus (Decne.) Sivad.) is known by Elephant yam, Telinga potato, or Telugo potato.

The oldest trees bear the softest fruits.: —German proverb

Useful links

Terms

Much of the information on this site has been gleaned and catalogued from a multitude of sources. However, accuracy is not guaranteed and what you see is what you get. If you have suggestions for entries into this database, please e-mail the webmaster.

What is a vegetable?

"Vegetable" is not a scientific term and can basically mean any part of a plant consumed as food (by humans, not civets). However, in general use, it refers to edible parts of plants besides sweet fruits and dried seeds. Pulses are commonly considered vegetables in most cultural and culinary traditions. Some vegetable are also considered fruits and vice versa.

You are here

What is aula in english?

Useful links

Terms

What is a vegetable?