Hornstedtia tibetica
Family: Zingiberaceae
What it is like
A ginger family herb. The leaves are 30-70 cm long by 7-10 cm wide. They have soft hairs on the upper surface. The fruit capsule is oblong and 4 cm long by 1.2 cm wide. There are several seeds 2.5 mm long by 1.5 mm wide.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China, Tibet
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Su-mi