Calilla, Chupon
Ochagavia litoralis

Family: Bromeliaceae

What it is like

A pineapple like herb. The stems are 20 cm long. The leaves are narrow and pointed and 17-38 cm long. They have white scales underneath. The flowering shoots have 35 flowers. The fruit is a berry 2-3 cm long.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Chile (country/location of origin), South America

How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten raw.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

It can be grown from fresh seeds.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Rhodostachys litoralis Phil.; and others