Nymphaea alba

Uses

France: root recommended as a famine food after cooking in water and being flavored. India (region not specified): root and seeds eaten.

Additional Information

Name Authority:

L.

Vernaculars:

English: White Water Lilly.

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 Plant Classification Group:

• Nymphaeaceae

 Plant Locations:

• Asia
  • India
• Europe
  • France

 Plant References:

• PARMENTIER
• SINGH & ARORA

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