Guaco
Mikania cordifolia

Family: Asteraceae

What it is like

A slightly woody vine. It is twining and grows 2-5 m long. The stems are hairy. They are 8 sided and have lines along them. The leaves are opposite. They are 7-12 cm long by 4-8 cm wide. They are oval and have a slight scent. The base is heart shaped. The upper surface is dull green. There are teeth along the edge.

Where it is found

A tropical plant. It grows in pastures and along rivers.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Argentina, Central Africa, Congo, Dominican Republic (country/location of origin), Haiti (country/location of origin), Lesser Antilles (country/location of origin), Puerto Rico, South America, Virgin Islands, West Africa, West Indies

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Mikania scandens AUCT. non Willd.; Cacalia cordifolia L. f.; Mikania cissampelina DC.; Mikania poeppigii Spreng.;