Neoapaloxylon

Neoapaloxylon tuberosum

root

The tuberous root, which is eaten, of a shrub or small tree from Madagascar with smooth grey bark and finely divided leaves.

Origin

Western and southern Madagascar

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The root is peeled and cooked in water or in the ashes until tender.

Molecules

In small amounts, not counted Insoluble fibers

Did you know?

Its bark was once made into cloth.