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Pollia sp.

Family: Commelinaceae


What it is like

A herb.

They are about 26 Pollia species. They grow throughout the tropics. (Pollia macrophylla grows in Papua New Guinea - it is similar to Pollia crispata)


Where it is found

A tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Pacific, Papua New Guinea


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

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