Lepionurus leaves

Lepionurus sylvestris

leaf

Young leaves of a shrub, eaten raw or cooked with fermented pork in Mizoram.

Origin

Northeast India (Mizoram)

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The young leaves are rinsed and eaten raw, as a side, or cooked for a few minutes with meat.

Molecules

Beta-carotene (vitamin A) · Lutein and zeaxanthin · Vegetable nitratesIn small amounts, not counted Chlorophyll

Did you know?

At the Aizawl market, a small bunch of about 50 g sells for 0.40 to 0.60 dollar.