Schimpff coral bean
Erythrina schimpffii
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A tree.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Ecuador (country/location of origin), South America
How it is used for food
The raw tuber is eaten.
Edible parts
Fruit, tuber, root
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Ashipa, Haba de montana, Porotillo