Dryopteris palacea
Uses
Peru (Vilcanota Valley): a wild fern, the starchy fronds of which are eaten while still folded.An infusion of the leaves is used as a mild purgative.
Additional Information
- Name Authority:
- (Swartz.) C. Christ.
- Vernaculars:
- Quechua (plant): Raki raki ; (frond): Hullpo
- Misc:
- Grows below 2600 meters.