Boehmeria caudata
Family: Urticaceae
What it is like
A herb or shrub. The leaves are 8-12 cm long by 4-6 cm wide.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Bolivia, Brazil (country/location of origin), Colombia, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves, seeds.
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Assa-peixe, Urtiga-mansa
Synonyms
Boehmeria ampulacea Kunth; and several others