Kyllinga polyphylla
Family: Cyperaceae
What it is like
A sedge. It has thick creeping rhizomes. The stalks are 3 angled and 25-90 cm tall.
Medicine.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China, Pacific, Rotuma
How it is used for food
The plant is used for a herbal tea.
It is sold in local markets in China.
Edible parts
Plant - tea
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Wu gong cao
Synonyms
Cyperus aromaticus (Ridl.) Mattf. & Kuk; Kyllinga aromatica Ridl.; and others