Pareng
Arundinaria hookeriana
Family: Poaceae
What it is like
A bamboo.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. In Sikkim it grows between 1,200-2,100 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, India, Sikkim
How it is used for food
The young shoots are eaten as a vegetable.
Shoots are sold in local markets.
Edible parts
Shoots