Appearance
This plant may be an annual or perennial which grows from a deep root. The branching stems grow up to 40 centimeters long and lie prostrate or grow upright. The oppositely arranged leaves are oval with pointed or rounded tips. They are up to 6.5 centimeters long. The inflorescence is a cluster of up to 20 flowers, or sometimes more. The petals are white or rose-pink. The fruit is a hairy nutlet.
Uses
In Brazil this plant is used medicinally as an antiemetic and for diabetes.References:
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