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Glia decidua

Family: Apiaceae


What it is like

A shrub. It grows 2 m tall. The leaves are in a ring around the base. It loses its leaves during summer. It has tuberous roots. These are 20 cm long by 8 cm wide. The flowers are yellow.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, South Africa, Southern Africa


How it is used for food

The root is eaten as a snack.

Edible parts

Roots


How it is grown


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