Begonia prolixa
Craib.
Begoniaceae Edible: Leaves
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Description
A tropical herb in the family Begoniaceae with edible leaves.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, SE Asia, Thailand,
Also Known As
Bonsom
References (1)
- Jiwajinda, S., et al, 2002, Suppressive Effects of Edible Thai Plants on Superoxide and Nitric Oxide Generation. Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention, Vol 3, 2002
