Poygonum chinense var. ovalifolium
Family: Polygonaceae
What it is like
A herb. The leaves are broadly oval and 10-16 cm long by 6-8 cm wide.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China, Tibet
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Stems, leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Gu-ju-ma-shing
Synonyms
Persicaria chinensis var. ovalifolia (Meisn.) H. Hara; Poygonum chinense var. malaicum (Danser) Steward; Polygonum malaicum Danser;