Satureja punctata
(Benth.) Briq.
Lamiaceae Edible: Leaves, Flowers
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Description
A shrub in the mint family (Lamiaceae) found in tropical regions. The leaves and flowers are aromatic plant parts used traditionally to enhance milk quality.
Edible Uses
The leaves and flowers are used to improve the quality of milk.
Traditional Uses
The leaves and flowers are used to improve the quality of milk.
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Medicinal Uses
The leaves and flowers are used to improve the quality of milk.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia,
Also Known As
Gemuri, Xossinyii
References (2)
- Lulekal, E., et al, 2011, Wild edible plants in Ethiopia: a review on their potential to combat food insecurity. Afrika Focus - Vol. 24, No 2. pp 71-121
- Regassa, T., et al, 2014, Ethnobotany of Wild and Semi-Wild Edible Plants of Chelia District, West-Central Ethiopia. Science, Technology and Arts Research Journal. 3(4): 122-134
