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Dysphania pumilio

Family: Amaranthaceae


What it is like

An annual herb. It grows 45 cm high. It can lie along the ground.

Also put in the family Chenopodiaceae.


Where it is found

It grows in temperate places. It can grow in sandy soils. It grows between 500-2,530 m altitude. It can grow in arid places.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Argentina, Australia (country/location of origin), Britain, Europe, Kenya, Korea, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Paraguay, South America, Tasmania


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves - tea


How it is grown


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