Pollia sp.
Commelinaceae Edible: Leaves
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Description
A tropical herb in the Commelinaceae family, one of approximately 26 Pollia species found throughout tropical regions.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Pacific, Papua New Guinea, PNG,
Notes
They are about 26 Pollia species. They grow throughout the tropics. (Pollia macrophylla grows in PNG - it is similar to Pollia crispata)
References (1)
- Powell, J.M., Ethnobotany. In Paijmans, K., 1976, New Guinea Vegetation. Australian National University Press. p 111
