Ombrophytum subterraneum
Family: Balanophoraceae
What it is like
A root parasite.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Andes, Bolivia, Chile, South America
How it is used for food
The tubers can be eaten raw or cooked.
Edible parts
Tubers, fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Pina
Synonyms
Juelia lilloana Sleumer; Juelia meyeri Sleumer; Juelia subterranea Aspl.;