Podolepis robusta
Alpine podolepis
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Summary
Source: WikipediaPodolepis robusta, commonly known as alpine podolepis, mountain lettuce or cattleman's lettuce, is a perennial herb from the Australian Alps in the family Asteraceae.
Description
A daisy-family plant (Asteraceae) native to temperate regions, characterized by a taproot.
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Edible Uses
The taproot was probably eaten traditionally.
Traditional Uses
The taproot was probably eaten.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
References (1)
- Hastings Advance Community College, 2017, Uses for Native Plants of the Mornington Peninsula. 86pp. p 62
