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Elatostema mongiensis

Family: Urticaceae


What it is like

A nettle family herb. It is succulent and grows 15 cm tall. The leaves are mid green and shiny above and pale green underneath.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It has been recorded at 1,400-1,500 m above sea level on the Huon Peninsula in Papua New Guinea and near Baiyer River.

Countries/locations it is found in

Papua New Guinea


How it is used for food

Edible parts


How it is grown


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