Mackaya neesiana
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Summary
Source: WikipediaMackaya neesiana is a plant species in the family Acanthaceae. It has various synonyms including Ruellia neesiana and Asystasiella neesiana. This species is cited in Journals of Travels in Assam, Burma, Bhootan, Afghanistan and The Neighbouring Countries by William Griffith under the synonym Ruellia neesiana.
Description
A small shrub. The flowers are in long loose groups. These can be 50 cm long. The fruit is a capsule.
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Edible Uses
The young shoots and leaves are eaten as a vegetable.
Traditional Uses
The young shoots and leaves are eaten as a vegetable.
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Distribution
It is a subtropical plant. It is mainly in north Assam.
Where It Grows
Asia, India, Northeastern India,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Obul oing, Obul oying
References (2)
- Patiri, B. & Borah, A., 2007, Wild Edible Plants of Assam. Geethaki Publishers. p 95
- Pegu, R., et al, 2013, Ethnobotanical study of Wild Edible Plants in Poba Reserved Forest, Assam, India. Research Journal of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences 1(3):1-10
