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Helwingia japonica subsp. liukiuensis

Family: Helwingiaceae


What it is like

A shrub which loses its leaves. Male and female flowers are on separate plants. The leaves are alternate and have teeth. The flowers appear on the leaves. The fruit is fleshy.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Japan


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

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