Achasma loroglossum
(Gagnep.) K. Larsen
Karphul
Zingiberaceae Edible: Rhizomes
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A shrub or small tree. It grows 5 m tall. There are prickles along the stem. The leaves are twice divided and there are 8-18 pairs of pinnae. There are up to 50 pairs of pinnules on each pinnae. The flowers are yellow. They are in large clusters at the ends of branches. The pods are flattened.
Edible Uses
The rhizomes are eaten fresh or with betel nut, and are also added to curries for flavouring.
Traditional Uses
The rhizomes are eaten fresh of with betel nut. It is also added to curries for flavour.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, India,
Also Known As
Gandh tora
References (2)
- Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 2
- Patiri and Borah, 2007,
