Macachi
Arjona patagonica
Basic Information
Family: Santalaceae
Genus: arjona
Plant ID (slug): arjona-patagonica
Numeric ID: 2832
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Arjona patagonica is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.
Distribution
Southern S. America
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Tuber - raw or cooked. Prized for eating[69].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Arjona patagonica Macachi PFAF Plant Database
Meta Description: Arjona patagonica is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.