Dogal-tree
Sarcochlamys pulcherrima

Family: Urticaceae

What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It keeps its leaves throughout the year. The small branches are hairy. The leaves are alternate and narrowly sword shaped. They have teeth along the edge and are shiny above but rough underneath. Flowers contain both sexes. They are in groups in the axils of leaves. The fruit is dry.

Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Bangladesh, China, India, Myanmar, Northeastern India, SE Asia

How it is used for food

The young shoots and leaves and fruit are cooked and eaten as a vegetable. They are often cooked with pork. They are also cooked with banana flowers.

Leaves are sold in local markets.

Edible parts

Leaves, fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Adumbra, Ambe, Dieng-langshir, Dieng-soh-khwa-lali, Endaugi, Hka-mari, Lengo, Mechaki, Mesaki, Misagi-phang, Mishaigi, Notke, Ombe, Sanmarti, Sat-sha

Synonyms

Sphaerotylos medogensis C. J. Chen; Urtica pulcherrima Roxb.;