Hama boufuu

Hamaboufou is a perennial herb of the family Ceriaceae that grows wild in sandy soil on the coast. It produces numerous white spherical inflorescences from spring to early summer. The fruits are spherical and turn red when ripe, resembling blushed cheeks. The roots extend deep into the ground, and the leaves spread out as if crawling on the ground surface. It was named hama-hofu because its deep roots anchor the sand around it and prevent it from flying away. It is used in Chinese herbal medicine and for food, and when eaten raw or as tempura, it has a fresh aroma unique to the family Seriaceae. In recent years, overhunting has led to a decline in its numbers, and in some areas ...View all