Amomum muricarpum

Family: Zingiberaceae

What it is like

A ginger family herb. It grows about 1-2 tall. It has a robust rhizome. The leaf is sword shaped. It is 25-35 cm long by 6-8 cm wide. The flower is a spike. It is oval and 6-8 cm long. The flowers are yellow with purple spots.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in dense forests between 300-1,000 m above sea level in southern China.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China, Laos, Philippines, SE Asia, Vietnam

How it is used for food

The rhizome is eaten raw or boiled.

Edible parts

Rhizome, root

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Tarosi

Synonyms

Hornstedtia muricarpa (Elmer) Elmer;