Ferula jaeschkeana
Vatke
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Description
A herb. It grows 1-2 m tall. It has one thick, robust stem. It is reddish brown and the lower branches are alternate while the upper branches are in rings. The leaves are broadly triangle shaped and divided. The leaves on the stems get smaller going upwards. The flowers are in groups 10 cm across. The fruit are narrowly oval and 14-20 mm long by 8-12 mm wide.
Edible Uses
The tender leaves are eaten as a vegetable.
Traditional Uses
The tender leaves are eaten as a vegetable.
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Distribution
It is a subtropical plant. It grows up to 3,600 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Asia, Central Asia, China, Himalayas, India, Tajikistan,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Cheyarn, Kaidmo
References (2)
- Flora of China.
- Wild edible plants of Himachal Pradesh
