Clubrush
Schoenoplectiella articulata

Family: Cyperaceae

What it is like

A sedge. These grow in clumps and have grass like leaves and solid stalks.

It is used in medicine. It is purgative.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Asia, Australia, East Africa, India, Japan, Mediterranean, Mozambique, Southern Africa, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe

How it is used for food

The seeds are fried and eaten.

Edible parts

Seeds

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Chirchiri

Synonyms

Schoenoplectus articulatus (L.) Palla; Scirpus articulatus Linn.; and several others