Gnaphalium indicum
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Basic Information
Family: Asteraceae or Compositae
Genus: gnaphalium
Plant ID (slug): gnaphalium-indicum
Numeric ID: 25293
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Gnaphalium indicum is a ANNUAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 6in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - India to China. Australia.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Leaves - cooked[144, 177].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Gnaphalium indicum