In a message dated 8/29/2005 8:16:32 AM Eastern Daylight Time, jimmckenney@starpower.net writes: where I'm going to check the local Asian markets Amorphophallus paeonifolius can also be found in Indo-Pak and West Indian markets, both fresh and canned, as Suran or elephant yam, a common ingredient in the cuisine. Mark Mazer Intarsia Ltd. Gaylordsville, Connecticut 06755-0142 USA