Herb latin name: Cytinus hypocistus


Family: Rafflesiaceae



Medicinal use of Cytinus hypocistus:

A decoction of the plant has been used in the treatment of dysentery.

Description of the plant:


Habitat of the herb:

Maquis and garigue, parasitic on the roots of several species but especially Cistus species.

Edible parts of Cytinus hypocistus:

Young plant - cooked. An asparagus substitute.

Propagation of the herb:

Seed -

Cultivation of Cytinus hypocistus:

Maquis and garigue, parasitic on the roots of several species but especially Cistus species.

Known hazards of Cytinus hypocistus:

None known

Plant information taken from the Plants For A Future.