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Galium lanceolatum

(Torr. & A. Gray) Torr.

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Galium lanceolatum, commonly known as lanceleaf wild licorice or Torrey's wild licorice, is a species of flowering plant native to the eastern temperate regions of North America. The name 'wild licorice' comes from the species' taste, similar to that of true licorice (genus Glycyrrhiza).

Description

A subtropical herb in the Rubiaceae family with edible leaves.

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Distribution

It is a subtropical plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, India, North America, USA,

Synonyms

Galium curcaezans var. lanceolatum Torr. & A. GrayGalium rotundifolium var. lanceolatum (Torr.) KuntzeGalium torreyi Bigelow

Also Known As

Kokro jhumpa, Murgi jhumpa

References (1)

  • Marandi, R. R. & Britto, S. J., 2015, Medicinal Properties of Edible Weeds of Crop Fields and Wild plants Eaten by Oraon Tribals of Latehar District, Jharkhand. International Journal of Life Science and Pharma Research. Vo. 5. (2) April 2015

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