Pseudobombax ellipticoideum
A. Robyns
MalvaceaeRoots
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What to Eat
Edible parts: Root
The root of young trees is eaten.
Where to Find It
It is a tropical plant.
Central America, Honduras,
Countries: Belize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, El Salvador
How to Identify
A tropical tree in the mallow family (Malvaceae), subfamily Bombacoideae. The root of young trees is traditionally consumed, particularly as a famine food.
Other Information
It is a famine food.
Notes
In the subfamily Bombacoideae.
Names & Synonyms
Amapola, Ampalo blanca, Chak k'uy che'. Ch'ul che', Couste, Gele, Guigui, Kuxche, Luya, Tambor, Tetique, Tindusa, Xana col, Xiloxocbiti
