Pavetta subcapitata
Family: Rubiaceae
What it is like
A shrub. The leaves are opposite and hairy underneath. They are narrowly sword shaped. The flowers are white and in groups at the ends of the branches. The fruit is a round berry.
There are about 400 Pavetta species. They grow in the tropics.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, India, Northeastern India
How it is used for food
The young leaves and shoots are used as a vegetable.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Mir arong, Usupi ron, Khem arkhu, Patang esing