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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