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Begonia acetosella

Family: Begoniaceae


What it is like

A herb. It grows 2 m tall. The flowers are white.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. In Yunnan.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China, Myanmar, SE Asia, Thailand


How it is used for food

The tender stems and leaves are used as a spice.

Edible parts

Stem, leaves - spice


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Ba sa

Synonyms