Minthostachys andina
Family: Lamiaceae
What it is like
A climbing shrub. The leaves are opposite and there are flowers in the axils of the leaves. The leaves are heart shaped.
Where it is found
It is a high altitude tropical plant. It grows between 2,600-2,800 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Andes, Bolivia, South America
How it is used for food
The flowers are sued for a morning drink.
Edible parts
Flowers
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
C'oa muna, Yuraq mun
Synonyms
Bystropogon andinus Britton ex Rusby;