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