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Operculina aequisepala

Family: Convolvulaceae


What it is like

An annual herb. It is scrambling or climbing. The flowers are white.

There are about 15-25 Operculina species.


Where it is found

It grows in the tropics and subtropics.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia (country/location of origin)


How it is used for food

The tubers are roasted and eaten.

Edible parts

Tubers, root, grain, seed


How it is grown


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