Amomum utriculosum
(Ridl.) Holttum
Zingiberaceae Edible: Leaves
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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Description
A tropical herb in the ginger family (Zingiberaceae) with edible leaves.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten as a culinary ingredient.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, SE Asia, Thailand,
Synonyms
Conamomum utriculosum Ridl.
Also Known As
Raewhoam
References (1)
- Jiwajinda, S., et al, 2002, Suppressive Effects of Edible Thai Plants on Superoxide and Nitric Oxide Generation. Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention, Vol 3, 2002
