Amrita
Eulophia campestris

Family: Orchidaceae

What it is like

An ground orchid.

There are about 250 Eulophia species. They grow in the soil. It has medicinal benefits.

Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, SE Asia

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Tubers, root

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Gamon-thanga-zin, Hattipaila, Me-pah, Salep, Salibmisri, Salum, Sudhamuli

Synonyms

Eulophia campestris Wall. ex Lindl.; and others