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Macroptilium panduratum

Family: Fabaceae


What it is like

A herb. It keeps growing from year to year. It has fattened roots.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. In Argentina it grows between 200 to 700 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, South America


How it is used for food

The roots are eaten with fish or other fats. Sometimes they are roasted and eaten.

Edible parts

Roots


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Phaseolus geophilus Burket; Phaseolus panduratus Benth.; Phaseolus panduratus f. eupanduratus Hassl.;