Disteganthus lateralis
Family: Bromeliaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows 1.5 m high. The leaves are in rings and are light green. The edges are spiny. The flowers are white and the groups of flowers have a red base. The fruit are yellow.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
America, Guyana, South America
How it is used for food
The fruit pulp is sour-sweet and edible. Caution: The sap can slightly irritate the mouth.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Panansiwiri