noun
night-scented lily; giant upright elephant ear
A plant (Alocasia odora) known for its large leaves and fragrant night-blooming flowers. The name literally means 'taro you don't eat', as it resembles edible taro but is not consumed.
庭にクワズイモが大きく育っている。
A giant upright elephant ear is growing large in the garden.
Compound of 食わず (kuwazu, 'without eating') + 芋 (imo, 'taro'), referring to its resemblance to edible taro despite being inedible.