Iresine calea

Family: Amaranthaceae

What it is like

A herb.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Central America, Guatemala

How it is used for food

The leaves and stems are lightly boiled.

Edible parts

Leaves, stems

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Jotzotz

Synonyms

Achyranthes calea Ibantz; Achyranthes latifolia Benth. & Hook.f.; Alternanthera latifolia (M. Martens & Galeotti) Moq.; Gomphrena latifolia M. Martens & Galeotti; Hebanthe mollis Hemsl.;