Bryophyllum delagoense
(Eckl. & Zeyh.) Druce
Crassulaceae Edible: Leaves - tea
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Description
A cultivated herb of the Crassulaceae family found in subtropical regions. It is sold in local markets in China.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are used to prepare herbal tea.
Traditional Uses
It is used as a herbal tea.
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Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, China,
Other Information
It is cultivated. It is sold in local markets in China.
Synonyms
Bryophyllum delagoense (Eckl. & Zeyh.) SchinzBryophyllum tubiflorum Harv.Bryophyllum verticillatum (Elliott) A. Berger
Kalanchoe delagoensis Eckl. & Zeyh.Kalanchoe tuberosa H. PerrierKalanchoe tubiflora (Harv.) Raym.-HametKalanchoe verticillata Scott.-Elliot
References (1)
- Li, D. et al, 2017, Ethnobotanical survey of herbal tea plants from the traditional markets in Chaoshan, China. Journal of Ethnopharmacology. 205 (2017) 195-206
