Nicotiana rustica
Family: Solanaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows each year from seed. It grows 40-60 cm tall. The leaves are oval or oblong and 10-30 cm long. There are many flowers in a group. They are greenish-yellow.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Asia, Australia, Burkina Faso, Central Asia, China, India, Korea, Myanmar, Northeastern India, SE Asia, St Helena, Tajikistan, Tasmania, West Africa
How it is used for food
The dried leaves are chewed.
Leaves are sold in local markets.
Edible parts
Leaves - masticatory
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Damalai, Dum hna, Say