The Ling Nut, Trapa bicormis, is a floating aquatic plant that
grows best in slow moving or stagnant water, such as a pond, container
or aquarium. It develops corms that are cooked, the interior eaten
plain, fried or made in to butters and dips (similar to humus) for
consumption.
Very nutritious containing high amounts of fiber,
potassium, magnesium, copper, vitamin B6 and riboflavin. Most of their
calories come from carbs. Leaves, shells and nuts have also medicinal
properties.
Submerged stem are anchored into the mud by very fine roots. It has two
types of leaves, finely divided feather-like submerged leaves borne
along the length of the stem, and undivided floating leaves borne in a
rosette at the water's surface.
The plant can become invasive in some
areas, a large container is recommended. Needs at least 6 months of
frost free growing time.
Excess nuts can be dried are highly sought after and used for crafting for
amulets, key ring adornment, ornaments and many other crafts.
Viable corms (USA): Found here
Rare plant, rare aquatic, aquatic edible, water
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Head, Bat Nut, Ling Kok, Kacang Tanduk, Ling kio, Singhada, aquarium
seeds, aquarium plant, unusual plant, edible shtf, wild food, pond food.
