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;