Manihot chlorosticta
Standl. & Goldman
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Description
A tropical scrambling or spreading shrub in the Euphorbiaceae family, reaching 2–3 m in length.
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Edible Uses
The roots are eaten for their starch content but must be boiled to remove cyanide.
Traditional Uses
The roots need to be boiled to remove cyanide.
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Known Hazards
Roots contain cyanide and require boiling before consumption.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Mexico,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Cuadrado, Yuca
References (1)
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
