Vanapsa
Viola betoniciifolia subsp. nepalensis
Family: Violaceae
What it is like
A herb. The flowers are dark lilac or violet. They have a scent.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows up to 3000 m altitude in India.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Himalayas, India
How it is used for food
The flowers and leaves are used as a vegetable.
Edible parts
Leaves - tea, flowers - tea
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Banafsa
Synonyms
Viola patrinii Dc ex Gring.