Amomum muricarpum

Elmer

Zingiberaceae Edible: Rhizome, Root

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Description

A ginger family herb. It grows about 1-2 tall. It has a robust rhizome. The leaf is sword shaped. It is 25-35 cm long by 6-8 cm wide. The flower is a spike. It is oval and 6-8 cm long. The flowers are yellow with purple spots.

Edible Uses

The rhizome is eaten raw or boiled.

Traditional Uses

The rhizome is eaten raw or boiled.

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Distribution

It is a tropical plant. It grows in dense forests between 300-1,000 m above sea level in southern China.

Where It Grows

Asia, China, Laos, Philippines, SE Asia, Vietnam,

Synonyms

Hornstedtia muricarpa (Elmer) Elmer

Also Known As

Tarosi

References (1)

Menisa, A. A., et al, 2012, Survey and characterization of Indigenous Food Plants in Ilocos Norte, Philippines. SEARCA Discussion Paper series No. 2011-2