Dendrophorbium lloense
(Hieron. ex Sodiro) C. Jeffrey
Lloa dendrophorbium
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Description
A tropical shrub in the Asteraceae family with leaves used as a flavouring agent.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are used as a flavouring.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Colombia, Ecuador, South America,
Synonyms
Senecio lloensis Hieron ex SodiroSenecio longilingue Cuatrec.
Also Known As
Cujaco, Hoja de dos caras
References (2)
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 197
- Kew Plants of the World onLine
