Functional profile and encapsulating properties of Colocasia esculenta (Taro).

Especially in tropical and subtropical countries, tuber and root crops have developed into important food crops. Due to its use in food preparation, aesthetics, and medicine, taro () is ranked as the fifth most important root crop. In comparison, it stores a considerable quantity of starch - even more than potatoes, sweet potatoes, cassava, and other similar crops.