Polygonum kawagoeanum

Family: Polygonaceae

What it is like

A herb. It grows 25 cm high. The leaves are dark green above and more pale underneath. The leaves are sword shaped and taper to the tip. The leaves gives a scent when crushed.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows from sea level up to 1,700 m above sea level in south China.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Bhutan, Himalayas, India, Indochina, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Nepal, Northeastern India, SE Asia, Sikkim, Taiwan, Vietnam

How it is used for food

The leaves are mixed with other vegetables to provide flavour. The leaves are also used for chutney.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Chang marchang, Chayang marsang, Nghe be hoa-nho

Synonyms

Persicaria kawagoeanum Makino; Polygonum minus subsp. micranthum (Meisn.) Danser; and others