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Yorho-hamang
Neolitsea umbrosa

Family: Lauraceae


What it is like

A shrub or tree. It keeps its leaves throughout the year.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. It grows in shady forests. It grows in valleys and near streams up to 2,700 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China, Himalayas, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Northeastern India, Pakistan, SE Asia


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Charindi, Cher, Chindi, Chiur, Ondon-bo

Synonyms

Litsea foliosa (Nees) Nees; Tetradenia foliosa Nees; and others