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Marattia excavata

Family: Marattiaceae


What it is like

A fern. It has short rhizomes. The leaves are 1.5-3 m long.


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 fleshy base of the leaves are used as food along with corn dough.

Edible parts

Leaf base


How it is grown


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