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Trachyspermum khasianum

(Clarke) H. Wolff

Apiaceae Edible: Leaves

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Description

A tropical herb in the family Apiaceae.

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Edible Uses

The leaves are traditionally cooked with dried fish and eaten.

Traditional Uses

The leaves are cooked with dried fish and eaten.

This uses section is brief — help expand it

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, India, Northeastern India,

Synonyms

Carum khasianum C. B. Clarke

Also Known As

Kung kung

References (2)

  • Ethnobotany of Karbis. Chapter 4 in p 102
  • Teron, R. & Borthakur, S. K., 2016, Edible Medicines: An Exploration of Medicinal Plants in Dietary Practices of Karbi Tribal Population of Assam, Northeast India. In Mondal, N. & Sen, J.(Ed.) Nutrition and Health among tribal populations of India. p 148

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