Burmeistera vulgaris
E. Wimm.
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Description
A tropical herb in the bellflower family (Campanulaceae).
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Edible Uses
The leaves are traditionally cooked with fat. The fruit is also edible.
Traditional Uses
The leaves are cooked with fat.
This uses section is brief — help expand it
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama, South America,
Synonyms
Burmeistera macrocalyx E. Wimm.Burmeistera pittieri E. Wimm.Burmeistera pittieri var. decorans E. Wimm.
Also Known As
Sjchi-vesj-tchape
References (2)
- Barfod, A. S. & Kvist, L. P., 1996, Comparative Ethnobotanical Studies of the Amerindian Groups in Coastal Ecuador. The Danish Academy of Sciences and Letters. p 77
- Kew Plants of the World onLine
