Albuca canadensis (Hyacinthaceae)

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Albuca canadensis
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The Albuca canadensis plant species is found in S. Africa. It is a member of the Hyacinthaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Albuca canadensis
Family:  Hyacinthaceae
Author:  (L.)F.M.Leighton.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.15

Habitat:  Sandy places on flats and lower slopes[73].

Edible Uses: The succulent stems are chewed to allay thirst[177]. They are rather mucilaginous[2]. This use is listed for A. major, but since this species is so closely related it almost certainly has the same use[K].

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