The large tuber of the manroot can be processed for a soap-like extract.
It has the largest tuber (underground stem) of any plant.
Lindsey's eyes danced with pleasure as she emerged finally, clutching a bag of the large tubers which were sold to tourists.
They have a large underground tuber, thin and inconspicuous stems.
They also make larger tubers, which can be saved for better plants next year.
This plant has a large tuber that is used as a food source.
Dice and slice makers require evenly shaped, moderate to large tubers.
The plant's large underground tuber distinguishes it from other Apios species.
Several species, known as yams, are important agricultural crops in tropical regions, grown for their large tubers.
Its fairly large tuber is, like the rest of the plant, poisonous.