Torenia diffusa
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Description
A herb. It forms roots at the nodes. The leaves are oval and 4 cm long. There are teeth towards the top. The flowers are in groups in the axils of leaves or at the end of the plant. The flowers are pale blue with darker spots. The fruit is a narrow capsule. There are many seeds.
Edible Uses
The leaves are used as a spice, traditionally mixed with Impatiens latiflora as a flavoring in curry.
Traditional Uses
The plant is mixed with Impatiens latiflora and used as a flavouring in curry,
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Distribution
It is a subtropical plant. In Nepal it grows between 1,400-1,500 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Asia, China, Himalayas, India, Indochina, Nepal, Northeastern India,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Ocheng
References (1)
- Srivastava, R. C., 2010, Traditional knowledge of Nyishi (Daffla) tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge. 9(1):26-37
