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Trapa bicornis, a member of the Lythraceae family, is a perennial plant native to regions including Amur, Angola, Assam, Bangladesh, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, and many other countries across Asia and Africa. Trapa bicornis (Latin: Trapa bicornis, family Lythraceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Trapa bicornis is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Trapa bicornis is a member of the Lythraceae family native to AMU, ANG, ASS, BAN, BOT, and BKN. Trapa bicornis thrives in full sun and requires moist conditions, making it suitable for water gardens or areas with consistent watering.
Trapa bicornis grows best in USDA zone 4-8, full sun light, water water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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