Celosia Trigyna
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''Celosia trigyna'' is a plant species commonly known as woolflower for its curious flowers.


Description

''Celosia trigyna'' may grow up to 1 m (3 feet) in height and is considered a weed in some regions of the world where it is introduced. It can be grown from seed.


Use

During drought, woolflower has been used as a source of food. The leaves are boiled like cabbage, and is known as torchata. It is also eaten as a vegetable in Africa.Grubben, G.J.H. & Denton, O.A. (2004) Plant Resources of Tropical Africa 2. Vegetables. PROTA Foundation, Wageningen; Backhuys, Leiden; CTA, Wageningen.


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* ttp://www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=1&taxon_id=242415644 ''Celosia trigyna''br>Use as food in Africa
{{Taxonbar, from=Q5058431 trigyna Leaf vegetables African cuisine