Quila
Chusquea quila
Family: Poaceae
What it is like
A bamboo grass. The leaves are 10-12 cm long.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Chile, South America
How it is used for food
The shoots are eaten cooked.
Edible parts
Shoots, seeds
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seeds.
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Chusquea parvifolia Phil.; Nastus prolifer Desv.; and others