Native species
26Species naturally occurring in Thailand — best adapted to local climate and soil.
Edible for food + foraging
50Plants with edible parts documented in Thailand. Always identify positively before harvest.
Medicinal traditional + clinical
18Species with documented medicinal applications. See individual plant profiles for evidence + safety.
Introduced naturalized + cultivated
24Non-native species established in Thailand. Some are valuable; some are invasive. Check each plant's notes.
Frequently asked
How many plants are documented in Thailand?
63 speciess — 39 native and 24 introduced. Of these, 63 are edible and 22 have medicinal uses.
What edible plants grow wild in Thailand?
Common edible species include Amaranthus polystachyus, Asiatic tearthumb, Barnyard Millet, Chinese Artichoke, Chinese Lespedeza. See the Edible section above for the full list.
What medicinal plants grow in Thailand?
22 medicinal plants catalogued for Thailand, including Asiatic tearthumb, Chinese Artichoke, Chinese Lespedeza, Herb of Grace, Jimsonweed.
How is "native" vs "introduced" determined?
Status comes from TDWG botanical regions via Trefle. Native = naturally occurring there; introduced = brought in by humans, sometimes invasive. Both can be useful, but native species are typically the best fit for local conditions.
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