Pinellia tripartita
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The Pinellia tripartita plant species is found in E. Asia - S. Japan. It is a member of the Araceae family.

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Latin Name:  Pinellia tripartita
Family:  Araceae
Author:  (Bl.)Schott.
 
Known Hazards:  Although we have noo record of toxicity for this species, all parts of the plant probably contain calcium oxylate. This is toxic and if consumed makes the mouth and digestive tract feel as though hundreds of needles are being stuck into it[K]. However, calcium oxylate is easily destroyed by thoroughly cooking or drying the plant[172].
 
Mature Height:  0.5   Mature Width:  0.15
 
Habitat:  Not known

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