Gypsophila arrostii subsp. nebulosa

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Gypsophila arrostii subsp. nebulosa

Common name:
Arrost's Baby's-breath

Local name:
Çöven, Kereviç Köpüğü

Country:
Turkey

Food Group(s):
Root and tuber

Part of plant/stage of process:
root

Gypsohila is a glabrous perennial with a stout rhizome commonly found in the Medditerranean area of Turkey. The rhizome roots are rich in saponins typically used for medicinal purposes or as detergents for cleaning.

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