pako

English: Translation

Vegetable Fern, Fiddlehead Fern; The edible fern commonly consumed in the Philippines and a Boie’nen delicacy

Scientific Name

Diplazium esculentum

Notes

see: pako’ (nail)

This fern is widely used in Filipino cuisine, particularly in dishes like salads, stews, and sautéed recipes. It's rich in nutrients, including calcium, phosphorus, iron, and vitamin B. Pako grows in shaded areas with plenty of water, such as riversides and forest edges, and is often harvested during the rainy season.

Source

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