Caragana brevispina (Leguminosae) Deciduous shrub

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Caragana brevispina
Deciduous shrub
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The Caragana brevispina plant species is found in E. Asia - N.W. Himalayas.. It is a member of the Leguminosae family.

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Latin Name:  Caragana brevispina
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  Royle.

Known Hazards:  Reports that this plant contains toxins have not been substantiated[65]. The occurrence of cystine in the seeds is doubtful[65].

Mature Height:  2.4   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Higher forests, in the undergrowth of fir and oak forests or in open glades on dry ridges from 1500 - 2700 metres[146].

Edible Uses: Seed - cooked[160]. Small but produced in abundance. The seed of a plant seen at the Royal Horticultural Gardens, Wisley in Surrey in September 1993 was about twice the size of C. arborescens but it had a distinctly bitter taste[K]. High in protein, it has been recommended as an emergency food for humans.

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