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Oxalis spiralis

Family: Oxalidaceae


What it is like

A herb.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Colombia, Ecuador, South America (country/location of origin)


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Tubers, roots, stem - drink


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Canitas, Chullku, Kari chullka, Uka chullku

Synonyms

Oxalis glandulosa Jacq.; Oxalis saulierei R. Knuth; and others