Macachi
Arjona patagonica
Family: Schoepfiaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows 6-20 cm tall. It has a tuberous rhizome. The leaves clasp the stem. The flowers are in a cluster at the top of the plant.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. In Argentina plants grow from sea level to 4,000 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Chile, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Root, tuber
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Arjona, Papita dulce, Papita piche