Classical name.

See M. trifoliata for description.

Seed and division of rhizomes

The leaves are used to make various beverages while the rhizomes are used for food or as a treatment for fever or gout. 

Leaves with 3 leaflets.

1 species from northern regions.

Source: Spencer, R. (2002). Menyanthaceae. In: Spencer, R.. Horticultural Flora of South-eastern Australia. Volume 4. Flowering plants. Dicotyledons. Part 3. The identification of garden and cultivated plants. University of New South Wales Press.