Tradescantia fluminensis
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Summary
Source: WikipediaTradescantia fluminensis is a species of spiderwort native to South America. It is one of several plants known by the common name wandering Jew. It is also known as small-leaf spiderwort, river spiderwort, inch plant, speedy Henry, wandering willie and wandering trad.
Description
A herb. It keeps growing from year to year. The leaves are 2-5 cm long by 0.7-2.3 cm wide. The base is unequal.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten, though caution is advised.
Known Hazards
Caution noted for leaf consumption.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant. In Argentina it grows from sea level to 900 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, Hawaii, Mexico, North America, Pacific, Paraguay, South America, St Helena, Tasmania, Uruguay,
Also Known As
Trapoeraba
References (4)
- Alimenticias - FloraSBS
- Diaz-Betancourt, M., et al, 1999, Weeds as a future source for human consumption. Rev. Biol. Trop. 47(3):329-338
- Kinupp, V. F., 2007, Plantas alimenticias nao-convencionais da regiao metropolitana de Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil p 74
- Kinupp, V. F. & Bergman, I., 2008, Protein and minerals of native species, potential vegetables and fruits. Cienc.Tecnol. Aliment. Vol. 28 No. 4 Campinas Oct/Dec.
