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Ischnosiphon hirsutus

Family: Marantaceae


What it is like

A herb. The leaves are narrowly oval.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Brazil, Ecuador, South America (country/location of origin)


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Catahueaja'o

Synonyms

Hymenocharis hirsuta Kuntze; Ischnosiphon ornatus J. F. Macbr.; Ischnosiphon sphenopyllus K. Schum.; Ischnosiphon stenophyllus K. Schum.;