Goeppertia macrosepala, known as chufle or macús, is a species of plant in the family Marantaceae.

[2] Other local names include k'uut and xucu.

[3][4] The native range of Goeppertia macrosepala is southern Mexico to western Colombia and Trinidad.

[3][1][5] The immature (closed) inflorescences are eaten in El Salvador and have been approved for importation to the United States.

[5][6] In El Salvador the root of Goeppertia macrosepala is used for treating diabetes.