Pellionia scabra
Benth.
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Description
A subtropical herb in the nettle family (Urticaceae), sold in local markets in China.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten fresh or dried for tea.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, China, Korea,
Other Information
It is sold in local markets in China.
Also Known As
She bai gu
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
