Kulai
Chlorophytum borivilianum
Family: Asparagaceae
What it is like
A herb. The roots are in a bundle.
There are between 100-150-215 Chlorophytum species. They are mostly in the tropics. Also put in the family Anthericaceae and Liliaceae.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in moist gravel soil.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, India
How it is used for food
The leaves are used as a vegetable. The leaves and bulbs are stir-fried and eaten.
Edible parts
Leaves, ulb
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Kuvlu, Saphed musali