Escorzonera
Craniolaria annua
Family: Martyniaceae
What it is like
A herb.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Cuba (country/location of origin), Dominican Republic (country/location of origin), Guyana, Haiti, Puerto Rico, South America, Venezuela, West Indies (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
The roots are cooked and eaten. The root is sweet and fleshy and is preserved in sugar.
Edible parts
Roots