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Lactuca hookeri

Stebbins

Asteraceae Edible: Leaves

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Description

A subtropical herb in the Asteraceae family. The leaves are edible.

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Edible Uses

The leaves are eaten.

Distribution

It is a subtropical plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, India, Northeastern India,

Synonyms

Prenanthes hookeri C. B. Clarke ex Hook.f.

References (1)

  • Seal, T., et al, 2013,Evaluation of Proximate and Mineral Composition of Wild Edible Leaves, traditionally used by the Local People of Meghalaya State in India. Asian Journal of Plant Sciences 12(4): 171-175 (As Prenanthes hookeri)

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