Colocasia, commonly known as Taro, is a stunning tropical plant with large, heart-shaped leaves that can grow up to 3 feet (90 cm) long. Native to Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent, it has been cultivated for thousands of years as a food crop. As a houseplant, it creates a dramatic tropical statement with its impressive foliage that can be green, black, or variegated depending on the variety.