Sesbania longifolia
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Description
A temperate tree of the Fabaceae family.
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Edible Uses
The seeds are used as a coffee substitute.
Known Hazards
The plant is poisonous to animals.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Mexico, North America,
Notes
It is poisonous to animals.
Synonyms
Aeschynomene longifolia OrtegaDaubentonia longifolia (Cav.) DC.Sesbania cavanillesii S. Watsonand others
References (3)
- Hedrick, U.P., 1919, (Ed.), Sturtevant's edible plants of the world. p 604 (As Sesbania cavanillesii)
- Prodr. 2:267. 1825 (As Daubentonia longifolia)
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
