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ebolo, thickhead, redflower ragleaf or fireweed,

Crassocephalum crepidioides

Photo by EnjeySee
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Description:

An erect annual slightly succulent herb growing up to 180 cm tall. Its fleshy, mucilaginous leaves and stems are eaten as a vegetable, and many parts of the plant have medical uses. However, the safety of internal use needs further research due to the presence of plant toxins.

Habitat:

It is widespread in many tropical and subtropical regions, but is especially prominent in tropical Africa.

Species ID Suggestions

Redflower Ragleaf

Crassocephalum crepidioides

Comments (2)

thank you for the appreciation and ID.. :)
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PublishedFebruary 27, 2012

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