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Monachosorum henryi

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Description

A subtropical fern (family Dennstaedtiaceae) with a short rhizome.

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Edible Uses

The nodal lump is edible.

Distribution

It is a subtropical plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, Bhutan, China, Himalayas, Sikkim,

Synonyms

Monachosorum subdigitatum var. henryi (Christ) Tagawa

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

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