Woodwardia japonica
Family: Blechnaceae
What it is like
A fern. The rhizome is dark brown and lies along the ground. It is 5-6 cm across. The blade is twice divided.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. In eastern China it grows between 300-1,500 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China, Japan, Korea, SE Asia, Taiwan, Vietnam
How it is used for food
The starch in the rhizome is used for cakes and noodles.
Edible parts
Rhizome - starch, root
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Gou ji
Synonyms
Blechnum japonicum L.f.;