Carum involucratum

(Roxb.) Baill.

Apiaceae Edible: Leaves, Leaves - spice

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Description

An annual herb. It has many branches. It has an aroma. It grows 15-75 m tall. The leaves are small and alternate. They are 2-12 cm long by 2-10 cm wide.

Edible Uses

The leaves and stems are eaten raw or steamed and are used in chutney. Leaves are sold in local markets.

Traditional Uses

The leaves and stems are eaten raw or steamed. They are used in chutney.

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Distribution

It is a tropical plant. It grows from sea level to 750 m above sea level.

Where It Grows

Asia, India, Indonesia, Northeastern India, SE Asia,

Other Information

Leaves are sold in local markets.

Notes

There are 30 Carum species.

Also Known As

Bakho gamram, Khum hoi, Pletik apu, Surage, Terseli

References (4)

Martin, F.W. & Ruberte, R.M., 1979, Edible Leaves of the Tropics. Antillian College Press, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. p 222
Medhi, P. & Borthakur, S. K., 2012, Phytoresources from North Cachur Hills of Assam -3: Edible plants sold at Hflong market. Indian Journal of Natural Products and Resources. 3(1) pp 84-109
Medhi, P., Sarma, A and Borthakur, S. K., 2014, Wild edible plants from the Dima Hasao district of Assam, India. Pleione 8(1): 133-148
Ochse, J. J. et al, 1931, Vegetables of the Dutch East Indies. Asher reprint. p 695