Wild Jicama
Ipomoea bracteata

Family: Convolvulaceae

What it is like

A vine.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Mexico

How it is used for food

The roots are eaten raw or cooked.

It is also cultivated.

Edible parts

Roots, tubers

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Azalia de la barranca, Bejuco blanco, Camote blanco, Catispa, Chile pato, Jicama, Papada de gallo

Synonyms

Convolvulus bractiflorus Sesse & Moc.; Exogonium bracteatum var. pubescens (Rob. & Greenm.) House; Exogonium olivae Barcena; Exogonium spicatum (Kunth) Choisy; Ipomoea bracteata var. pubescens Rob. & Green.; Ipomoea spicata Kunth;