Native species
18Species naturally occurring in Colombia — best adapted to local climate and soil.
Edible for food + foraging
49Plants with edible parts documented in Colombia. Always identify positively before harvest.
Medicinal traditional + clinical
19Species with documented medicinal applications. See individual plant profiles for evidence + safety.
Introduced naturalized + cultivated
32Non-native species established in Colombia. Some are valuable; some are invasive. Check each plant's notes.
Frequently asked
How many plants are documented in Colombia?
56 speciess — 24 native and 32 introduced. Of these, 55 are edible and 20 have medicinal uses.
What edible plants grow wild in Colombia?
Common edible species include Ataco, Black Mustard, Capulin Cherry, Chia, Chinese Artichoke. See the Edible section above for the full list.
What medicinal plants grow in Colombia?
20 medicinal plants catalogued for Colombia, including Black Mustard, Capulin Cherry, Chia, Chinese Artichoke, Chinese Motherwort.
How is "native" vs "introduced" determined?
Status comes from TDWG botanical regions via Trefle. Native = naturally occurring there; introduced = brought in by humans, sometimes invasive. Both can be useful, but native species are typically the best fit for local conditions.
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