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Atriplex gmelinii (1 Page of 5) The Atriplex gmelinii plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan. It is a member of the Chenopodiaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Atriplex gmelinii Family: Chenopodiaceae Author: C.A.Mey. Known Hazards: No member of this genus contains any toxins, all have more or less edible leaves. However, if grown with artificial fertilizers, they may concentrate harmful amounts of nitrates in their leaves. Mature Height: 0.5 Mature Width: Habitat: Sandy seashores, central and northern Japan[58].
Edible Uses: Young leaves - cooked[177].
Seed - used in piņole or ground into a meal and used as a thickener in soups and stews, or mixed with cereal flours to enhance their nutritional value when making bread, biscuits, cakes etc.
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