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Polygonum omerostromum

Ohki.

Polygonaceae Edible: Leaves, Seeds

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Description

A temperate herb in the Polygonaceae family with edible leaves and seeds.

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Edible Uses

Both the leaves and seeds are eaten.

Distribution

It is a temperate plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, China, Japan,

Notes

There are about 50 Polygonum species.

References (1)

  • Plants for a Future database, The Field, Penpol, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0NG, UK. http://www.scs.leeds.ac.uk/pfaf/

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