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This photograph focuses on a broad leaf from the Colocasia Esculenta plant, which is commonly known as Elephant's Ear, Taro or Yam. It is from the Araceae family. Visible is a network of veins, with drops of water on the surface. Date of creation estimated. Title devised by Library staff.
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