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Gutenbergia cordifolia

Benth. ex Oliv.

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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

Africa, East Africa, Uganda,

Synonyms

Erlangea cordifolia (Benth. ex Oliv.) S. MooreVernonia lumbilae Gilliand several others.

Also Known As

Episa

References (1)

  • Goode, P., 1989, Edible Plants of Uganda. FAO p 30 (As Erlangea cordifolia)

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