Nymphaea alba – Famine Foods

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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