Aralia cordata var. sachalinensis
(Regel) Nakai
Sakhalin spikenard
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Summary
Source: WikipediaAralia cordata is an upright herbaceous perennial plant growing up to 2 to 3 metres (6.6 to 9.8 ft) in height, native to Japan, Korea, Russian Far East, and eastern China. Its common names include spikenard, herbal aralia, udo (from Japanese: ウド), Japanese spikenard, and mountain asparagus. It is commonly found on the slopes of wooded embankments. Aralia cordata is a species of Aralia in the family Araliaceae. The plant yields new shoots every spring, which are blanched and then eaten as a vegetable. In Korea, the dried root of the plant has been traditionally used as medicine. The young shoots have a strong yet pleasant distinct aromatic flavor. In addition to food and medicinal use, the plant is cultivated as an ornamental.
Description
A temperate herb or shrub of the Araliaceae family with edible leaves, stems, and roots.
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Edible Uses
Leaves, stems, and roots are eaten.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Japan, Russia,
Notes
There are about 40-55 Aralia species.
Synonyms
References (2)
- V. L. Komarov, Fl. URSS 16:33, 588. 1950 (As Aralia schmidtii)
- Plants for a Future database, The Field, Penpol, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0NG, UK. http://www.scs.leeds.ac.uk/pfaf/ (As Aralia schmidtii)
