Paris polyphylla var. yunnanensis
Family: Melanthiaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows 30-100 cm tall. There are 5-9 leaves.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. In Yunnan. It grows between 1,400-3,100 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China, Himalayas, India, Myanmar, Northeastern India, SE Asia, Tibet, Vietnam, Xizang
How it is used for food
The root is used in tonic soup.
It is sold in local markets.
Edible parts
Medicine, root
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Dian chong lou
Synonyms
Daiswa birmanica Takht.; Paris yunnanensis Franch.; and several others