Arrowhead
Sagittaria montevidensis
Family: Alismataceae
What it is like
A herb. It has rhizomes. It grows 80-150 cm tall. The leaves are sword shaped and 25-30 cm long by 20 cm wide.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, South America (country/location of origin), Uruguay
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Tubers, roots
How it is grown
It can be grown from seed or rhizomes.
Its other names
Local names
Aguape, Cala de agua, Flecha, Lengua de vaca, Pata de loro, Rosa de agua, Saeta, Sagitaria
Synonyms
Sagittaria multinervia Larranaga;