Arrhenechthites novoguineensis
(S. Moore) Mattf.
Asteraceae Edible: Leaves
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Description
A tropical herb of the Asteraceae family native to New Guinea.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten.
Medicinal Uses
Some Arrhenechthites species are used medicinally.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Australia, Pacific, Papua New Guinea, PNG,
Notes
Some Arrenechthites are used as medicine.
Synonyms
Erechtites novoguineensis S. Moore
References (3)
- Bodkin, F., 1991, Encyclopedia Botanica. Cornstalk publishing, p 103
- Powell, J.M., Ethnobotany. In Paijmans, K., 1976, New Guinea Vegetation. Australian National University Press. p 108
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
