Instead, it is thought to have originated in southern India, before migrating east to China and as far south as New Zealand. From there, Polynesians brought taro to these islands,
planting it near rivers and streams
. The Hawaiian word for taro is kalo.
Is kalo a native plant?
Xanthosoma robustum Schott (syn. Xanthosoma roseum Schott) is
native to Central America
, and is both cultivated and naturalized in the Hawaiian Islands. It is commonly found growing along roadsides, in pastures, and in other moist to wet habitats.
Where is Kalo from?
The Kalo plant, also called taro, is where life literally began for the Hawaiian People
Is kalo a vegetable?
Kalo, also know as Taro (Colocasia Esculenta), is
a root vegetable
and one of the most complex carbohydrates on the planet. It is the sixteenth most cultivated plant being grown globally in more than 60 countries.
Is kalo a potato?
A staple root, native to SE Asia & India, but popular in Hawaii, this hairy and rough looking cousin of the potato is a great alternative to highly processed potato chips. Kalo is
Hawaiian for Taro
, and to Hawaiian culture it's so much more than just a humble crop.
What fruit is native to Hawaii?
What kind of fruit grows in Hawaii? In the Spring, you'll find
lychee and citrus fruit
. In summer, you'll get mango, passion fruit, and dragon fruit. And year-round, you'll find pineapple, papaya, coconut, and the tasty apple bananas!
Is taro good for health?
Taro root is an
excellent source of dietary fiber and good carbohydrates
, which both improve the function of your digestive system and can contribute to healthy weight loss. Its high levels of vitamin C, vitamin B6, and vitamin E also help to maintain a healthy immune system and may eliminate free radicals.
What is Kalo Kalo?
kalo-kalo n.
a slot machine or casino
; (hence) a jocular reference to the financial affairs of Nigeria. Also kalokalo. ( source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
How do you eat kalo?
Kalo is delicious, nutritious and can be used like potato in most recipes. My two favorite ways to eat it are: kalo (potato) salad and
kalo fried pancakes
. Note: Taro MUST be thoroughly cooked because of the oxalic acid content in the plant.
Why is kalo important?
To Native Hawaiians, kalo is
supreme in importance
—it is defined in the Kumulipo, or Hawaiian Creation Chant, as the plant from which Hawaiians were formed. … According to the Kumulipo, Papa (Earth Mother) and Wakea (Sky Father) gave birth to Ho'ohokukalani, who became the most beautiful woman of time.
Is taro toxic?
Young taro leaves and stems can be eaten after boiling twice to remove the acrid flavor. The leaves are a good source of vitamins A and C and contain more protein than the corms. In its raw form,
the plant is toxic due to the presence of calcium oxalate
, and the presence of needle-shaped raphides in the plant cells.
What is kochu called in English?
Kochu is normally known as
taro
in English.
How much does Kalo cost?
The pricing for Kalo starts at
$149.0 per month
. Kalo has 2 different plans: Starter at $149.00 per month. Pro at $499.00 per month.
Can you eat kalo?
As food, Kalo is a healthy starch.
All parts of the kalo are edible
, but they MUST BE COOKED for at least 1-2 hours (depending on the size of the corm) to break down the plant's calcium oxalate, needle-like crystals. When eaten raw, kalo can make your throat and mouth extremely itchy and can be potentially harmful.
What can you do with kalo?
Kalo for Breakfast.
DOE's Aina Pono farm-to-school program put an awesome Poi Parfait on their menu that layers poi with yogurt, granola, and pineapple; here's a simple Poi Parfait recipe you can use with any fruit you might have on hand. You could also try our KeepItLocal!
Poi Pancakes
or quick Taro Breakfast recipes.
