Crumbweed
Dysphania plantiginella
Family: Amaranthaceae
What it is like
An annual herb. It can lie along the ground or curve upwards at the tips. It grows 3-20 cm high. The flowers are green and yellow.
There are 9 Dysphania species. Also put in the family Chenopodiaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows on sand, clay or loam. It can tolerate salt.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Seeds