Paranephelius ovatus

Family: Asteraceae

What it is like

A herb. The leaves are 2-4 cm long. They are oval and taper towards the stalk. There are irregular teeth around the edge. The flowers occur singly and aere 3.5-4 cm wide. They are yellow.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in mountainous regions. It grows between 2,800-4,500 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Bolivia, Peru. South America

How it is used for food

The young shoots are eaten raw.

Edible parts

Young sprouts, leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Liabum ovatum Ball; Liabum ovatum Britton; Paranephelius ovatifolius A. Gray ex Wedd.; and others