Codonopsis foetens
Family: Campanulaceae
What it is like
A herb. It ha slender roots 10-55 cm long by 1-2 cm wide. Several stems form from this. The leaves on the main stem are alternate and on the branches are opposite. They are oval or heart shaped and 5-30 mm long by 5-24 mm wide. The flowers occur singly and are pale blue.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China, Tibet
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Flower nectar
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Lu bu ji duo ji