Uncaria acida
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Summary
Source: WikipediaUncaria acida is a species of liana in the family Rubiaceae.
Description
A climber. It has hooks and climbs 5 m tall. The young branches are square. The leaves are opposite. The leaf blades are 5-8 m long and 4-5 cm wide. The base is rounded and there is a tip at the end. The fruit is a cpasule 1-1.5 cm long. The seeds have a thin wing.
Edible Uses
The young leaves are eaten as a vegetable and are also brewed as tea.
Traditional Uses
The young leaves are used as a vegetable. The leaves are also used as tea.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Indochina, Myanmar, SE Asia, Vietnam*,
Also Known As
Cau dang, Rau cau, Vuot chua
References (1)
- Tanaka, Y. & Van Ke, N., 2007, Edible Wild Plants of Vietnam. Orchid Press. p 129
