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Piper magen

B. C. Cheng

Piperaceae Edible: Leaves, Flavouring, Spice 1 iNaturalist observations

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Description

A tropical vine in the Piperaceae family from Yunnan that is cultivated and sold in local markets.

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Edible Uses

The leaves and stems are used as a flavouring or spice.

Traditional Uses

The leaves and stem are used as a flavouring or spice.

This uses section is brief — help expand it

Distribution

It is a tropical plant. In Yunnan.

Where It Grows

Asia, China,

Other Information

It is a cultivated plant. Leaves are sold in local markets.

Also Known As

Shagan

References (1)

  • Xu, You-Kai, et al, 2004, Wild Vegetable Resources and Market Survey in Xishuangbanna, Southwest China. Economic Botany. 58(4): 647-667.

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