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Lindernia ruellioides

Family: Linderniaceae


What it is like

A herb. It grows 10-15 cm tall. It has runners 30 cm long. These form roots at the nodes.

Medicine.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China


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

Synonyms

Ilsanthes ruellioides (Colsm.) Kuntze;