Impatiens tripetala
Roxb. ex DC.
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Description
A herb. The leaves are alternate. The leaf stalk is long. The flowers are large and red or purple.
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Edible Uses
The young leaves are eaten in small amounts, either raw or boiled, to promote appetite.
Traditional Uses
The young leaves are eaten in small amounts after meals either raw or boiled to promote appetite.
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Medicinal Uses
Traditionally used to promote appetite.
Distribution
In Nepal it grows between 1,400-1,800 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Asia, Bhutan, Himalayas, India, Indochina, Myanmar, Nepal, Northeastern India, SE Asia, Thailand,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Leangm
References (1)
- Srivastava, R. C., 2010, Traditional knowledge of Nyishi (Daffla) tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge. 9(1):26-37
