Tetrastigma muricatum
(Wall.) Gamble
Moja-hei
Vitaceae Edible: Leaves
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Description
A large tropical climber of the grape family with thick stems, found in the Western Ghats of India. It produces large green berries and is sold in local markets.
Edible Uses
The tender young leaves and shoots are eaten as a vegetable.
Traditional Uses
The tender young leaves and shoots are eaten as a vegetable.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant It occurs in the Western Ghats in India.
Where It Grows
Asia, India, Northeastern India,
Other Information
They are sold in markets.
Synonyms
Vitis muricata Wall.
References (1)
- Singh, S.R. and Singh, N.I., 1985, A Preliminary Ethnobotanical studies on wild edible plants in the markets of Manipur - 1. J. Econ. Tax. Bot. Vol. 6 No. 3 pp 699-703
