Alocasia navicularis
(K. Koch & C. D. Bouche) K. Koch & C. D. Bouche
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Description
A subtropical herb of the taro family with an edible corm and root system.
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Edible Uses
The corm and root are eaten.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Bangladesh, China, Himalayas, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Northeastern India, Thailand, Vietnam,
Synonyms
Colocasia navicularis K. Koch & C. D. Bouche
Also Known As
Mane
References (1)
- Jha, P. K., et al, 1996, Plant genetic resources of Nepal: A guide for plant breeders of agricultural, horticultural and forestry crops. Euphytica 87:189-210
