Begonia fusca
Family: Begoniaceae
What it is like
A large herb. It grows 1-2 m tall. The leaves can be 50 cm across. They have small hairs on the surface. The flower stalk is 2 m long.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. In Mexico it grows between 1,000-1,200 m altitude. It grows in cloud forest.
Countries/locations it is found in
Central America, Guatemala, Hawaii, Honduras, Mexico, North America, Pacific
How it is used for food
It is used as a potherb.
The leaf stalks are sold in markets.
Edible parts
Leaf stalk
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seed.
Its other names
Local names
Cimmarron, Mazatzocoyolli