Cyclanthera cordifolia

Family: Cucurbitaceae

What it is like

A pumpkin family herb.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, South America (country/location of origin)

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves, fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Achukcha silvestre

Synonyms

Cyclanthera montana Cogn.; Cyclanthera rusbyi Britton; and others