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Peucedanum nagpurense

(C.B. Cl.) Prain

Apiaceae Edible: Root

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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Description

A tropical herbaceous plant in the carrot family (Apiaceae) with edible roots. The root is traditionally sliced, powdered, and used to assist fermentation of local alcoholic drinks.

Edible Uses

The root is sliced and powdered to aid fermentation of traditional beverages.

Traditional Uses

The root is sliced and powdered and used to assist fermentation of a local drink.

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Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, India,

Also Known As

Ependum

References (1)

  • Misra, R. C., et al, 2013, Genetic resources of wild tuberous food plants traditionally used in Similipal Biosphere Reserve, Odisha, India. Genetic Resources and Crop Evolution. Springer

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