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Lepistemon binectariferum

Family: Convolvulaceae

What it is like

A herb. It is a twiner. It grows 1-3 m high. The stems have dense brown hairs. The leaf stalks are 3-17 cm long. The leaves are heart shape or oval and 5-18 cm long by 5-15 cm wide. The fruit is a round capsule with 4 valves.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China, India, Indochina, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, SE Asia

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Root

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Convolvulus binectariferus Wall.; Lepistemon flavescens Bl.; Lepistemon wallichii Choisy;