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Dracontium pittieri

Family: Arecaceae


What it is like

A taro family herb.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Central America, Costa Rica


How it is used for food

The corm or tuber is boiled and eaten.

Edible parts

Tuber, root


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Hombron

Synonyms