Corydalis calliantha
D.G. Long
Papaveraceae Edible: Leaves
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Description
A subtropical herb in the poppy family (also classified in Fumariaceae).
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten.
Medicinal Uses
It is used as medicine.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Bhutan, Himalayas,
Notes
Also put in the family Fumariaceae. It is also used as medicine.
Also Known As
Tongril-zilpa
References (1)
- Yeshi, K. et al, 2017, Taxonomical Identification of Himalayan Edible Medicinal Plants in Bhutan and the Phenolic Contents and Antioxidant Activity of Selected Plants. TBAP 7 (2) 2017 pp 89 - 106
