HERBAL AND AROMATIC PLANTS - 40. Madhuca Longifolia (Mahua)

Mahua (Madhuca longifolia) is a large, deciduous tree native to the northern and central parts of India. Tribal populations across the country value the flowers of this tree as a source of food. The mahua flowers are one of the most underutilized nutrient sources due to their extremely rare consumption among the Indian populace. The flowers are nutritionally balanced as a rich source of carbohydrates, proteins, dietary fibers in addition to minerals like iron and calcium. The most interesting attribute of the mahua flowers is their long shelf life after drying.

Author: Himadri Panda

Publisher: Discovery Publishing House Pvt Limited

Publication Date: Apr 01, 2018

Number of Pages: 262 pages

Language: English

Binding: Hardcover

ISBN-10: 9386841142

ISBN-13: 9789386841148