Heliopsis buphthalmoides

Family: Asteraceae

What it is like

A herb.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Andes, Ecuador, Peru, South America

How it is used for food

The dried leaves are ground and used as a flavouring. The fresh leaves are used in salads.

Edible parts

Leaves, leaves - flavouring

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Botoncillo grande

Synonyms

Acmella buphthalmoides (Jacq.) Rich.; and others