Alocasia Macrorrhiza is a plant species that is known by several synonyms, including Alocasia Macrorrhiza var. variegata, Elephant Ear, Giant Taro, and Pai. This species is native to Southeast Asia and is grown for its large, showy leaves that can measure up to 1.5 meters in length. Elephant Ear is the most commonly used name for this species because of the shape of its leaves, which resemble the ears of an elephant. The term Giant Taro refers to the plant's edible, starchy corms, which are similar to taro root. Pai is a name used in Thailand to describe Alocasia Macrorrhiza.