Vernonanthura phosphorica

Family: Asteraceae

What it is like

A herb or small shrub. It grow up to 2 m tall. The leaves are simple and alternate and 2-11 cm long by 1-3 cm wide.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Bolivia, Brazil, South America

How it is used for food

The leaves are fried.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Assa-peixe

Synonyms

Cacalia polyanthes (Less.) Kuntze; Vernonia brasiliensis Mart. ex DC.; and others