Boing
Ophiorrhiza treutleri
Family: Rubiaceae
What it is like
A herb. The stems are 10-35 cm long. The leaves are narrowly oval and 3-10 cm long by 2-5 cm wide. The base is wedge shaped. They are more pale underneath. The flowers are white or pink. The capsule is hairy and 6-8 mm wide.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. In Nepal it grows at about 1,700 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Bhutan, Himalayas, India, Nepal, Northeastern India, Sikkim
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves