Mackaya neesiana

Family: Acanthaceae

What it is like

A small shrub. The flowers are in long loose groups. These can be 50 cm long. The fruit is a capsule.

Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. It is mainly in north Assam.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, India, Northeastern India

How it is used for food

The young shoots and leaves are eaten as a vegetable.

Edible parts

Shoots, leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Obul oing, Obul oying

Synonyms

Asystasia neesiana Nees; Asystasiella neesiana (Wall.) Lindau; Naming uncertain.