Wapato, Arumleaf Arrowhead
Sagittaria cuneata
Family: Alismataceae
What it is like
A herb that grows in water. The leaves are arrowhead shaped. They are 12 cm long. The leaf stalks are 50 cm long.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Canada, North America, USA
How it is used for food
The corms are boiled and eaten. They can be boiled fresh, dried, or candied with maple syrup.
Edible parts
Root, tubers, rhizome, stems
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Sagittaria arifolia Nutt. ex J. G. Sm.; Sagittaria hebetiloba A. Nelson; Sagittaria paniculata Blank.; Sagittaria suksdorfii Gand.;