Tithonia tagetifolia
Desf.
Asteraceae Edible: Seeds
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University of Colorado Museum of Natural History Herbarium Vascular Plant Collection (COLO-V)
Description
An herb in the Asteraceae family found in subtropical regions. The seeds are the edible part of this plant.
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Edible Uses
The seeds are roasted and eaten.
Traditional Uses
The seeds are roasted and eaten.
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Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Himalayas, India, Northeastern India, Sikkim, Slovenia,
Also Known As
Jumrang phool
References (2)
- http://www.botanic-gardens-ljubljana.com/en/plants
- Savita, et al, 2006, Studies on wild edible plants of ethnic people in east Sikkim. Asian J. of Bio Sci. (2006) Vol. 1 No. 2 : 117-125
