Leafy and Edible Plants of North-East India

Book Details

• Author: Sudhir Kumar

• Publisher: Scientific Publishers

• Language: English

• Edition: 1st Edition

• Year of Publication: 2025

• ISBN: 9788172333256

• Pages: 132

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 5.75 x 8.75 inches

• Weight: 370 g

About the Book
This book, "Status Report of Leafy and Edible Plants of North East India," is an in-depth compilation of 278 plant species used as food by the local tribal communities of North Eastern India. The author, Sudhir Kumar, draws from his extensive experience and time spent in the region to provide an authentic and detailed overview of these lesser-known edible plants.

The plants featured in this report include leafy vegetables, roots, rhizomes, fruits, nuts, and young fronds, many of which are gathered from the wild by local communities and have little recognition outside the region. The book highlights their nutritional value, potential for functional foods, and possible applications in nutraceuticals and other economic ventures.

Through careful observation and interactions with the local tribes, the author has created a resource that is original, authentic, and authoritative, offering insights into plants that have significant potential for bioprospecting and sustainable utilization.

This book is a valuable reference for researchers, conservationists, and anyone involved in the study or preservation of biodiversity in North Eastern India. It will also be an essential resource for those interested in exploring the functional food and nutraceutical potential of lesser-known plants.