Staurogyne concinnula
(Hance) O. Ktz.
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Description
A subtropical herb in the Acanthaceae family. It is cultivated and sold in local markets in China.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are prepared as a medicinal herbal tea.
Traditional Uses
It is used as a medicinal herbal tea.
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Medicinal Uses
Traditionally used as a medicinal herbal tea.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, China,
Other Information
It is sold in local markets in China. It is cultivated.
Also Known As
Bai bei
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
