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Muscari commutatum

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Muscari commutatum is a species of perennial herb in the family Asparagaceae. They have a self-supporting growth form and simple, broad leaves and dry fruit.

Description

A bulbous plant in the Asparagaceae family found in temperate regions. The bulbs are the primary edible portion.

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Edible Uses

The bulbs are roasted with lamb meat, used in salads, deep fried, or pickled. The fruit is also edible.

Traditional Uses

The bulbs are roasted with lamb meat. They are also used in salads and deep fried or used for pickles.

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Distribution

It is a temperate plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, Europe, India, Italy, Mediterranean,

Synonyms

Botryanthus albovirens Tod.and several others

Also Known As

Lampazze, Ora kekho

References (2)

  • Biscotti, N. et al, 2018, The traditional food use of wild vegetables in Apulia (Italy) in the light of Italian ethnobotanical literature. Italian Botanist 5:1-24
  • Lokho, K. & Narasimhan, D., 2013, Ethnobotany of Mao-Naga Tribe of Manipur, India. Pleione 7(2): 314-324

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