Cleome felina
Linn.f.
Cat spider flower
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Description
A herb. It lies along the ground and is 50 cm long. The leaves have 3 leaflets at the base. The flowers are pink.
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Edible Uses
The flowers are used as a flavouring.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, India, Indonesia, SE Asia,
Synonyms
Corynandra felina (L.f.) Cochrane & IltisPolanisia felina DC.
Also Known As
Cuvarnaciri taivelai
References (1)
- Hedrick, U.P., 1919, (Ed.), Sturtevant's edible plants of the world. p 204
