Drynaria propinqua
(Wall. ex Mett.) Bedd.
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Description
A fern in the Polypodiaceae family with a fleshy rhizome, found in the temperate regions of Northeastern India at elevations between 2,000-2,800 meters above sea level.
Edible Uses
The fleshy rhizome is eaten.
Traditional Uses
The fleshy rhizome is eaten.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant. In Northeastern India it grows between 2,000-2,800 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Asia, India, Nepal, Northeastern India,
Synonyms
Polypodium propinquum Wall ex Mett.
Also Known As
So
References (1)
- Tsering, J., et al, 2017, Ethnobotanical appraisal on wild edible plants used by the Monpa community of Arunchal Pradesh. Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge. Vol 16(4), October 2017, pp 626-637
