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Curcuma thorelii

Gagnep.

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Description

A ginger family herb from the tropics belonging to Zingiberaceae.

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Edible Uses

The rhizome is used as a spice.

Traditional Uses

The rhizome is used as a spice.

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Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, Cambodia, Indochina, Laos, SE Asia, Thailand, Vietnam,

Also Known As

Nghe rung

References (1)

  • Sang, D. T., & Mizoue, K. O. N., 2012, Use of Edible Forest Plants among Indigenous Ethnic Minorities in Cat Tien Biosphere Reserve, Vietnam. Asian Journal of Biodiversity Vol. 3 (1), p 23-49

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