False plantain
Heliconia caribaea
Family: Heliconiaceae
What it is like
A herb. The fruit are dark black. They have black seeds.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Central America, Mexico, Myanmar, North America, Panama, SE Asia, West Indies
How it is used for food
The roots are a source of edible starch.
Edible parts
Shoots, seeds, roots
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Balisier, Riqui-riqui