Bush morning glory, Bush moon flower, Big Root, Wild Potato Vine, Man Root, Man of the Earth
Ipomoea leptophylla
Family: Convolvulaceae
What it is like
A vine or bush.
There are about 500 Ipomoea species.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows in deserts. It can grow in arid places. It suits hardiness zones 4-7.
Countries/locations it is found in
North America, USA
How it is used for food
The root is roasted and eaten when food is scarce.
It is a famine food.
Edible parts
Roots, tubers