Many Stem Cudweed
Gnaphalium indicum
Family: Asteraceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows each year from seed. The flower heads are smaller than Jersey cudweed and more leafy. The leaves are soft and limp.
There are about 200 Gnaphalium species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, China, India, Indochina, Myanmar, Northeastern India, SE Asia, Vietnam
How it is used for food
The leaves are eaten as a pot-herb. They are also used raw as a dressing.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Byaing-che, Phunil, Taw-dawna