Begonia fagoproides – Famine Foods

Begonia fagoproides

Uses

Peru (Vilcanota Valley): An herbaceous wild plant common in the forested areas 1600 – 2300 meters meters.  Rhizome eaten. 

Additional Information

Name Authority:
DC.
Vernaculars:
Quechua: Anchan karay
Misc:
Plant is herbaceous, growing wild in the forested area, from 1600 to 2300 meters.

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