Breynia androgyna
(L.) Chakrab. & N. P. Balakr.
Star gooseberry, Sweet leaf bush
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Description
A shrub. It grows 1-3 m tall. The leaves are oval and 4-5 cm long See Sauropus androgynus.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten and are popular in traditional cuisine.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Cambodia, China, Himalayas, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Northeastern India, Papua New Guinea, PNG, Philippines, SE Asia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam,
Other Information
It is commonly cultivated. The leaves are popular.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Cekur manis, Chekur manis, Pucuk manis, Sayur manis
References (1)
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
