Callicarpa vestita
Family: Lamiaceae
What it is like
A small tree. The stems are dark brown. The young shoots have a brown covering. The leaves are oval and taper to the tip. They have fine silky hairs underneath. The base is rounded or heart shaped. The flowers are pink.
Previously in the Verbenaceae family.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Himalayas, India, Northeastern India
How it is used for food
The bark and roots are chewed as a substitute for betel nut.
Edible parts
Bark - masticatory, root - masticatory
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Yalu, Yarpo esing