Silene heterophylla
Freyn.
Caryophyllaceae Edible: Fruit
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Description
A herbaceous plant in the Caryophyllaceae family found in subtropical regions. It produces sweet fruits that are traditionally eaten.
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Edible Uses
The sweet fruits are eaten.
Traditional Uses
The fruit are sweet and are eaten.
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Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, India, Northeastern India,
Also Known As
Jajrar, Jajru, Kubumeku
References (3)
- Srivastava, R. C., 2009, Traditional knowledge of Adi tribe of Arunachal Pradesh on plants. Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge. 8(2): 146-153
- Srivastava, R. C., 2010, Traditional knowledge of Nyishi (Daffla) tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge. 9(1):26-37
- Srivastava, R. C., et al, 2010, Indigenous biodiversity of Apatani plateau: Learning on biocultural knowledge of Apani tribe of Qrunachal Pradesh for sustainable livelihoods. Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge 9(3): 432-442
