Oriental paperbush
Edgeworthia tomentosa
Family: Thymelaeaceae
What it is like
A shrub. The leaves are large and oval. They have a felty covering.
There are 2 or 3 Edgeworthia species.
Where it is found
They need moist, well-drained, humus rich soils and part shade.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, India, Myanmar, SE Asia
How it is used for food
It is used to make edible rice paper.
Edible parts
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Arghali, Aryilli, Dhenok, Kaghuti, Mitsumata
Synonyms
Edgeworthia gardneri (Wall.) Meissn.;