Urtica tuberosa

Family: Urticaceae

What it is like

A herb.

Where it is found

A tropical plant. It grows near Chennai.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, India

How it is used for food

The tuberous roots are boiled and eaten.

Edible parts

Roots, tubers

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Pilli dumpa

Synonyms

Pouzolzia tuberosa Wight;