Plectranthus ternifolius
Family: Lamiaceae
What it is like
A small shrub. It has a dense grey covering. The leaves are 15 cm long. They are in rings and have short stalks. The leaves are sword shaped and taper to the tip. They have teeth along the edge. The flowers are white and in dense groups. The fruit are small nutlets.
Where it is found
It is a tropical and subtropical plant. It suits damp and shady places.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, India, Indochina, Myanmar, Northeastern India, SE Asia, Thailand
How it is used for food
The young shoots are cooked and eaten as a vegetable with fish or meat. The fresh harvested shoots can be stored 4-5 days.
It is popular.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Mirne kotung, Jiglaori, Jwglaori