Callerya speciosa
(Champ. ex Benth.) Schot.
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Description
A subtropical vine of the Fabaceae family grown and sold in local markets in China.
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Edible Uses
The stem is used to prepare herbal tea.
Traditional Uses
The stem is used for a herbal tea.
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Medicinal Uses
The stem has medicinal applications.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, China,
Cultivation
Species in this genus generally grow best in a sunny position in a fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. The flowers are fragrant. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Some of this nitrogen is utilized by the growing plant but some can also be used by other plants growing nearby.
Other Information
It is sold in local markets in China.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Niu da li
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
