Cuyuya, Motate, Pinuela
Bromelia alsodes
Family: Bromeliaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows attached to other plants. The leaves are simple and alternate. They are in a dense ring. This is 1 m tall. The flowers are at the centre of the ring and 25 cm across. The fruit are 2 cm across.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows between 50-200 m altitude.
Countries/locations it is found in
Central America, Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua, North America, South America
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten fresh. They are also used to produce an alcoholic drink.
Edible parts
Heart
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Ahuama, Cardoncillo, Guapilla, Jalbay