Scientific Name: Elatostema reticulatum

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  • Common Name:
    Rainforest Spinach, Scrub Sprinach
  • Type:
    Herb , ground spreading
  • Family:
    URTICACEAE
  • Vegetation Type:
    Wet areas of rainforest floor
  • Species List:
    Bush food,
Cultural Notes

TAKE CARE! Some information about bush foods and medicines may be anecdotal. Correct identification and preparation is essential:

Bush Food: Plant can be used and cooked in the same way as domestic spinach.

Landscaping Notes

Successfully propagated by Barung Landcare||