Prosopanche americana
Family: Aristolochiaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows on other plants. The flower forms underground.
The roots are sold as medicine. There are 3 Prosopanche species. Also put in the family Hydnoraceae.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in semiarid regions. It grows as a parasite on Prosopis (bean family) plants.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Central America, Costa Rica, South America
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten raw or fried.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Flor de tierra
Synonyms
Hydnora americana R. Br.; Prosopanche costaricensis;