Gunnera manicata is a large-leaved perennial plant that is native to the damp areas of Brazil, Colombia, and Costa Rica. It is known for its giant leaves, with some reaching up to 10 feet (3 meters) in diameter. The leaves are deeply lobed and have a textured surface that resembles the skin of an elephant. The plant produces small, reddish-brown flowers that are arranged in long spikes that can grow up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) tall.