Heterocentron subtriplinervium

Family: Melastomataceae

What it is like

A herb or small shrub. It grows 1-2 m tall. The leaves are 3-7 cm long by 1.4-4 cm wide.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Brazil, Central America, Mexico, Nicaragua, South America

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Cana de leon, Xoxoko ciciltik

Synonyms

Arthrostema subtriplinervium (Link & Otto) Mart. Heterocentron alpestre Naudin; Heterocentron axillare Naudin; Heterocentron hondurense Gleason; Heterocentron macrostachyum Naudin; and others