Hypochaeris elata

Family: Asteraceae

What it is like

A herb. The leaves are long and narrow and have teeth along the edge. The flowers are on ong stalks in the axils of the leaves. The flowers are white.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows between 2,400-3,600 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, South America

How it is used for food

The leaves are eaten in salads.

Edible parts

Leaves, plant

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Leche leche (Sik'i)

Synonyms

Achyrophorus elatus Wedd.;