Begonia longirostris
Family: Begoniaceae
What it is like
A shrub.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Ecuador, South America
How it is used for food
The stem with the bark removed is chewed to quench thirst.
Edible parts
Stem
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Shiimujku
Synonyms
Begonia grewiifolia Warb.; and others