Philodendron radiatum

Family: Araceae

What it is like

A large vine that climbs over trees. The stem can be 12 cm across. The lower internodes are 12 cm long and the upper ones 2-3 cm long. The leaf stalks are 40-65 cm long and 2 cm thick. The leaves are oval to heart shaped and 35-55 cm long. They can be divided. The fruit are berries 6-7 mm across.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows near sea level and can be up to 700 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Costa Rica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaf stalks - flavouring ?, caution

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Cobija del pobre, Mano detigre

Synonyms

Philodendron augustinum K. Koch;