Anthurium fosteri
Family: Araceae
What it is like
It grows attached to other plants. The internodes are 7 cm apart. The leaves are oval to heart shaped and 18-24 cm long by 11-13 cm wide. The flowers are erect and the flower stalk is 14 cm long.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Amazon, Ecuador, South America
How it is used for food
The leaves are burnt as a source of vegetable salt.
Edible parts
Leaves - salt, vegetable
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Jergon quiro