Pandiaka involucrata
(Moq.) B. D. Jacks.
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A tropical herb in the Amaranthaceae family.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten as a vegetable.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Benin, West Africa,
Synonyms
Achyranthes capitata Moq.Achyranthes involucrata Moq.Centrostachys involucrata (Moq.) Standl.Pandiaka involucrata (Moq.) Hook.f.
References (2)
- Achigan-Dako, E, et al (Eds), 2009, Catalogue of Traditional Vegetables in Benin. International Foundation for Science.
- Dansi, A., et al, 2008, Traditional leafy vegetables and their use in the Benin Republic. Genet Resour Crop Evol (2008) 55:1239–1256
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