Butea superba

Family: Fabaceae

What it is like

A woody shrub. It has a tuber or fattened root. (According to Pandy)

It affects sexual function.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in deciduous forest.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China, India, Indochina, Indonesia, Myanmar, SE Asia, Thailand, Vietnam

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Sap - drink, caution

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Bhadrosi bela, Kao-hko, Kosot-lot, Laipalasa, Palas-noi, Pauk-nwe, Paw-tohkaw

Synonyms

Plaso superba (Willd.) Kuntze; Rudolphia superba (Willd.) Poir.;