Alepidea peduncularis facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Alepidea peduncularis
Herbarium sheet of the type specimen of Alepidea peduncularis
Scientific classification

Alepidea peduncularis is a special plant. It is a perennial herb, which means it lives for more than two years. This plant is also edible, so people can eat parts of it. You can find Alepidea peduncularis growing naturally in the montane grasslands of East and South Africa.

What is Alepidea peduncularis?

This plant is known by its scientific name, Alepidea peduncularis. It is a type of herb, similar to plants like parsley or carrots. It grows in grassy, mountainous areas. People have used this plant for a long time. They use it for both food and traditional medicine.

How the Plant Grows

Alepidea peduncularis grows a tall flowering stalk. This stalk can reach about 70 centimeters high. That's almost as tall as a typical school desk! At the bottom of the plant, you will find a group of leaves. These leaves form a basal rosette, which looks like a circle of leaves close to the ground. The edges of these leaves are unique. They have a special fringed look.

Parts of the Plant Used

Both the leaves and the roots of Alepidea peduncularis are useful.

• The leaves are safe to eat.
• The roots are important in traditional medicine. People use them for various health purposes.

Where it is Found

This plant is native to parts of Africa. It grows in the montane grasslands. These are grassy areas found in mountains. You can find Alepidea peduncularis in countries across East and South Africa. It thrives in these natural environments.

See also

In Spanish: Alepidea peduncularis para niños