Polygala arillata
Family: Polygalaceae
What it is like
A herb.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. In Northeastern India it grows at 2,000 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, India, Northeastern India, Sikkim
How it is used for food
The leaves are used as a fermentation starter for alcohol production. The roots are used for fermentation of beer.
Edible parts
Leaves - fermentation, roots - drink
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Cleem-soom-creem,Marcha
Synonyms
Cratalaria duboisii H. Lev.;