The Elephant-Ear Tree is a deciduous tree found in the region between Mexico and South America. They are often more wide than they are tall, and are named after the shape of their seed pods. They have off white flowers that bloom between mid spring and early summer. They are typically around 100 feet tall, and they have trunks that are around 10 feet wide. The seeds are sometimes used to make jewelry, and the wood is waterproof and used to make wooden furniture.