Calathea lutea, called the bijao, cigar calathea, Cuban cigar, Mexican cigar plant, Habana cigar, and pampano, is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae.[2] It is native to southern Mexico, Central America, southern Caribbean islands, and tropical South America.[1] A rhizomatous perennial reaching 3 m (10 ft), it is typically found in wet tropical areas.[2] Its leaves are sold for use in local cuisines as food wrappers, and it is also used as an ornamental.[2]
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Bijao leaf used as a food wrapper -
After cooking
References
- ^ a b "Calathea lutea (Aubl.) E.Mey. ex Schult". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 23 January 2024.
Common Names: Bijao, bihao
- ^ a b c "Calathea lutea (Aubl.) E.Mey. ex Schult". nparks.gov.sg. Flora Fauna Web. 20 August 2021. Retrieved 23 January 2024.