Veratrum lobelianum
Family: Melanthiaceae
What it is like
A bulb plant. It grows 1 m tall. The leaves on the stem clasp the stems. They are broadly oval and 18-22 cm long by 10-16 cm wide.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Caucasus, China, Georgia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Khapt'rak'a, Shkhama
Synonyms
Veratrum album subsp. lobellianum (Bernh.) Schubl. & G. Martens; and others