Bomarea dulcis

Family: Alstroemeriaceae

What it is like

A climbing herb. The roots form tubers. The stems are twining. The leaves are arranged in spirals. They are sword shaped. The flowers hang down. The fruit is like a berry.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in mountain forest.

Countries/locations it is found in

Bolivia, Chile, Peru, South America

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Root, tubers, fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Ujsa sapa

Synonyms

Alstroemeria dulcis Hook.; and many others