Pleurospermum apiolens

Family: Apiaceae

What it is like

A herb. It grows 30-40 cm tall. The stems are ribbed. The leaves are 10-15 cm long and divided.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It grows on grassy slopes between 3.800-4,700 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Bhutan, Himalayas, Nepal, Sikkim, Tibet

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Hymenidium apiolens (C. B. Clarke) Pimenov & Kljuykov; Pleurospermum apiolens var. nipaulensis Farille & Malla; Pleurospermum atropurpureum K.T.Fu & Y. C. Ho;