Oxychloe andina
Family: Juncaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows 5 cm high. It keeps growing from year to year.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. In Chile it grows from medium to high altitudes. In Argentina it grows between 3,200-4,500 m above sea level. It grows in water. It grows in marshes, and near lakes and rivers. It grows in full sun. It suits hardiness zone 8. It can tolerate light frost and snow.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Chile (country/location of origin), South America
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten fresh or toasted.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Pokotongo, Puku, Pukupuku