Oxalis spiralis
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Summary
Source: WikipediaOxalis spiralis, the spiral sorrel, is a species of plant of the genus Oxalis, a member of the wood sorrel family Oxalidaceae.
Description
Oxalis spiralis is a tropical herb in the Oxalidaceae family.
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Edible Uses
The tubers, roots, and stems are consumed, with the stems used to make a drink.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Colombia, Ecuador, South America*,
Synonyms
Oxalis glandulosa Jacq.Oxalis saulierei R. Knuthand others
Also Known As
Canitas, Chullku, Kari chullka, Uka chullku
References (2)
- Reis, S. V. and Lipp, F. L., 1982, New Plant Sources for Drugs and Foods from the New York Botanical Garden herbarium. Harvard. p 142
- Torre, de la, L., et al, 2008, Enciclopedia de las Plantas Útiles del Ecuador. Herbario QCA. Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador. p 483
