Streptopus simplex
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Description
A herbaceous plant in the lily family found in temperate regions, particularly in the mountains of Sikkim where it grows at elevations between 2,400–4,000 m.
Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant. In Sikkim it grows between 2,400-4,000 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Asia, India, Sikkim,
Synonyms
Hekorima candida Kunth [Illegitimate]
References (1)
- Dobriyal, M. J. R. & Dobriyal, R., 2014, Non Wood Forest Produce an Option for Ethnic Food and Nutritional Security in India. Int. J. of Usuf. Mngt. 15(1):17-37
