Linear-leaved cambass, Narrow-leaved oligomeris, Danaban, Bui
Oligomeris linifolia

Family: Resedaceae

What it is like

A small herb. It can be an annual or take 2 years to complete its life cycle. It grows 10-30 cm high. The leaves are alternate and very narrow. The flowers are greenish-white. They grow in spike like groups at the top of the plant. The flowers look like tiny knots.

There are about 9 Oligomeris species.

Where it is found

In Bahrain it grows in sandy and stony soils. It is a desert plant that grows as an annual in spring. In Pakistan it grows up to 1,000 m altitude. It can grow in salty places. It can grow in arid places. In Sichuan and Yunnan.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Asia, Bahrain, Canary Islands, China, Europe, India, Iran, Mediterranean, Mexico, Middle East, North Africa, North America, Pakistan, Spain, Syria, USA

How it is used for food

Caution: It is toxic to grazing animals.

Edible parts

Seeds

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Reseda linifolia Vahl; Reseda subulata Delile; Oligomeris dispersa Mueller; Oligomeris glaucescens Cambess.;