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Doublegee
Emex australis

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Herb: Doublegee

Latin name: Emex australis

Family: Polygonaceae (Buckwheat Family)

Medicinal use of Doublegee:

When eaten in quantity, the leaves have a laxative effect upon the body.

Description of the plant:

Habitat of the herb:

Found in many habitats, especially grass plains. A weed of waste ground and pastures.

Edible parts of Doublegee:

Young leaves cooked. The leaves contain oxalates and are laxative in large quantities.

Propagation of the herb:

Seed -

Cultivation of Doublegee:

Found in many habitats, especially grass plains. A weed of waste ground and pastures.

Known hazards of Emex australis:

None known

Plant information taken from the Plants For A Future.