Tiger taro looks very similar to taro in appearance, but it is as scary as a tiger, so it is named tiger taro. Although its toxicity is not fatal, it is also very dangerous.
People who don’t know tiger taro often take it home and eat it as taro, which is very dangerous. When tiger lily juice comes into contact with people, it can cause a strong allergic reaction, with redness and swelling all over the body, accompanied by intense itching.
Tiger taro is a Chinese medicine name, also known as striga. It mainly grows in the south. In some rural areas, it can often be seen on the roadside or in front of and behind the house. Therefore, if you encounter it in the wild, please do not pick it at will. However, it contains a variety of amino acids and fumaric acid, pyromucinic acid, malic acid, etc. The pharmacological effects of mustard extract can improve the functions of the pituitary gland and adrenal cortex system, and can also be anti-snake venom.