Dioscorea deltoidea – Famine Foods

Dioscorea deltoidea

Uses

India (Kumaon region, Western Himalayas): tubers cut into pieces, steeped in water, and boiled prior to eating; (Garhwal Himalayas): tubers eaten after repeatedly boiling, washing and baking.

Additional Information

Name Authority:
Wall.

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