Eurya cerasifolia
(D. Don) Kobuski
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A small tropical tree growing to 6 m tall, found in the Himalayan region between 900–2,300 m elevation. The leaves are used in local cooking and sold in markets.
Edible Uses
The leaves are cooked with meat and fish.
Traditional Uses
The leaves are cooked with meat and fish.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows in the Himalayas between 900-2,300 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Asia, Bhutan, China, Himalayas, India, Indochina, Myanmar, Nepal, Northeastern India, SE Asia, Vietnam,
Other Information
Leaves are sold in local markets.
Notes
Also put in the family Theaceae.
Synonyms
Diospyros cerasifolia D. DonDiospyros feminina Buch.-Ham. ex A. DC.Eurya symplocina BlumeEurya wallichiana Planch. ex Dyer
Also Known As
Bhale jhinu, Linh la-sori, Si-hnegh
References (1)
- Kar, A., et al, 2013, Wild Edible Plant Resources used by the Mizos of Mizoram, India. Kathmandu University Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology. Vol. 9, No. 1, July, 2013, 106-126
