Niwak
Marsdenia castillonii
Family: Apocynaceae
What it is like
A climbing plant. It keeps growing from year to year. The fruit are long and green.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. In Argentina it grows from sea level to 1,000 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Paraguay, South America (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
The roots are eaten seasoned with fish fats. The fruit are eaten as fresh fruit. They are also cooked.
Edible parts
Fruit, roots
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Mehek, Naawishiuk
Synonyms
Marsdenia beckii Morillo; Marsdenia boliviana Morillo;