Geography: Tropical & Subtropical Asia to NE. Queensland
Method of Propagation: Seed and vegetative propagation
Part used for Propagation: Seeds and Stem cuttings
Edible Parts
Edible Parts: Leaves & Stem
Can be Eaten Raw: Flowers, yes.
Method of Consumption
Raw: Yes, Flowers
Ripe: N/A
Both Raw & Ripe: N/A
Dangerous Form to Consume: Raw rest of the plant.
As Food: Leaves may be made into chutney; leaves and flowers used in salad.
As Medicine: Powder of rhizome given with water to treat indigestion; paste of leaves and rhizomes applied to skin affected by discoloration and itching due to ringworm infection.
Cooking Without Prior Boiling: Not required
Boiling Before Cooking: Not required
Pickling: N/A
Brining: N/A
Fermenting: N/A
Drying for later Consumption: N/A
Overall Method: Leaves may be made into chutney; leaves and flowers used in salad.
Tribal Wisdom: Powder of rhizome given with water to treat indigestion; paste of leaves and rhizomes applied to skin affected by discoloration and itching due to ringworm infection.
Recipes / Usage
Tribal Recipe / Usage: Salad:
Wash leaves and petals thoroughly. Mix with salt, chili powder, onion, and lemon juice.
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