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Agalinis lanceolata

Family: Orobanchaceae


What it is like

A plant that parasitizes plant roots. The flowers are trumpet shaped and purple.

Also put in the family Scrophulariaceae. It is used as medicine.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Peru, South America


How it is used for food

Minor.

Edible parts

Medicine


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Gerardia lanceolata (Ruiz & Pav.) Benth.; Virgularia lanceolata Ruiz & Pav.; and others