Trachymene procumbens
Benth.
Native parsnip
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Description
A herb. It is spreading and lies along the ground. It grows 80 cm tall. It has a thickened root. The leaves are triangle shape and divided. They are 7 cm long. The flowers are white to pink. They have 5 petals. They are in groups in the axils of the leaves.
Edible Uses
The root can be eaten raw.
Traditional Uses
The root can be eaten raw.
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Distribution
It is a warm temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Australia*,
Synonyms
Didiscus procumbens F. Muell.
References (1)
- Pearson, S. & A., 1992, Rainforest Plants of Eastern Australia. Kangaroo Press p 206
