Leysera tenella

Family: Asteraceae

What it is like

A herb. Usually it grows each year from seed. It grows 45 cm tall. The leaves are narrow and hairy. They are 2.5 mm by 0.5 mm. The flower heads are yellow.

Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Namibia, South Africa, Southern Africa

How it is used for food

The leaves are used for tea drinks.

Edible parts

Leaves - tea

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Asteropterus tenellus (DC.) Rothm.;