Salix sinica
(K. S. Hao ex C. F. Fang & A. K. Skvortsov) G. H. Zhu
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Description
A temperate tree in the willow family with catkins that are traditionally chewed for their sweet taste.
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Edible Uses
The catkins are chewed fresh for their natural sweetness.
Traditional Uses
The catkins are chewed for their sweet taste.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, India, Northeastern India,
Synonyms
Salix caprea var. sinica K. S. Hao ex C. F. Fang & A. K. Skvortsov
Also Known As
Shubdu
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
