Native parsnip
Trachymene procumbens

Family: Araliaceae

What it is like

A herb. It is spreading and lies along the ground. It grows 80 cm tall. It has a thickened root. The leaves are triangle shape and divided. They are 7 cm long. The flowers are white to pink. They have 5 petals. They are in groups in the axils of the leaves.

Where it is found

It is a warm temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia (country/location of origin)

How it is used for food

The root can be eaten raw.

Edible parts

Root

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Didiscus procumbens F. Muell.;