Macaranga indica
Wight
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Summary
Source: WikipediaMacaranga indica is a heliophilous evergreen plant native to South and Southeast Asia and China. A crimson colored resin called "macaranga gum" is obtained from this plant. Many parts of the plant are used for ayurvedic medicine in India and Sri Lanka.
Description
A subtropical tree in the Euphorbiaceae family with edible leaves.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are edible.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, India, Northeastern India, Sikkim,
Synonyms
Macaranga adenantha Gagnep.Tanarius indicus (Wight) KuntzeTrewia hernandifolia Roth
Also Known As
Malata, Tuklop
References (1)
- Savita, et al, 2006, Studies on wild edible plants of ethnic people in east Sikkim. Asian J. of Bio Sci. (2006) Vol. 1 No. 2 : 117-125
