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Polynesian Arrowroot

Tacca leontopetaloides

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Dioscoreales ›Family: Dioscoreaceae ›Genus: Tacca

About

Tacca leontopetaloides is a species of flowering plant in the yam family Dioscoreaceae, that is native to tropical Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, northern Australia, New Guinea, Samoa, Micronesia, and Fiji. As an important food source, it was intentionally taken to tropical Pacific Islands with early human migrations. Common names include Polynesian arrowroot, pia (Hawaii, French Polynesia, Niue, and Cook Islands), masoa (Samoa), mahoaʻa (Tonga), yabia (Fiji) gapgap (Guam) and taka (Indonesia).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Polynesian Arrowroot?
The scientific name of Polynesian Arrowroot is Tacca leontopetaloides.
What is the conservation status of Polynesian Arrowroot?
The Polynesian Arrowroot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Polynesian Arrowroot belong to?
Polynesian Arrowroot belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Polynesian Arrowroot belong to?
Polynesian Arrowroot belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Polynesian Arrowroot belong to?
Polynesian Arrowroot belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does Polynesian Arrowroot belong to?
Polynesian Arrowroot belongs to the order Dioscoreales.
What family does Polynesian Arrowroot belong to?
Polynesian Arrowroot belongs to the family Dioscoreaceae.
What genus does Polynesian Arrowroot belong to?
Polynesian Arrowroot belongs to the genus Tacca.