Youngia denticulata

Physical Characteristics

Youngia denticulata is a ANNUAL/BIENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). 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 moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - China, Japan Korea.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Young leaves and stems - raw or cooked[46, 61, 177]. They contain about 1.6% protein, 0.4% fat, 2.1% carbohydrate, 0.8% ash[179].

Medicinal Uses

Febrifuge Febrifuge. Used in the treatment of sore throats[178].

Known Hazards

None known