Robinia flava
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A tree. It loses its leaves during the year. The root is yellow and bitter.
There are about 20 Robinia species. Also as Papilionaceae. The name is ambiguous.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China
How it is used for food
It is a famine food.
Edible parts
Root, seeds