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Decaneuropsis cumingiana

(Benth.) H. Rob. & Skvarla.

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Description

A tropical herb in the Asteraceae family with edible leaves.

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Edible Uses

The leaves are eaten.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, Indochina, SE Asia, Vietnam,

Synonyms

Vernonia andersonii C. B. Clarke

Also Known As

Day rau rau

References (1)

  • Van Sam, H. et al, 2008, Uses and Conservation of Plant Species in a National Park. A case study of Ben En, Vietnam. Economic Botany 62:574-593 (As Vernonia andersonii)

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