Ufu'ufu, Sautalau
Elatostema novae-britanniae
Family: Urticaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows about 1 m high. The flowers are pink and do not have a smell. Possibly now Pellionia novae-britanniae
There are about 200 Elatostema species. The leaves are used as pig food.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in well-drained forest soil.
Countries/locations it is found in
Pacific, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu
How it is used for food
Edible parts
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How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Pellionia novae-brittaniae (Lauterb.) R. J. Johns;