Edible Pond Greens Popular Among The Tribal Communities You Didn’t Knew About

By Smriti Dey

October 27, 2024

If you are looking for healthier greens during monsoon season, aside from spinach, there are lots of edible pond greens with delicious taste and easy accessibility in the local markets of Jharkhand. These are nutritious and inexpensive. Take a look!

Chaulai 

These are grown near ponds, and they have edible leaves and seeds. The leaves can be cooked into a flavourful spinach-like dish. 

Khudipani 

Khudipani is a versatile green that thrives in aquatic environments. It makes an excellent pakora for the monsoon to enjoy. 

Kalmi 

Young kalmi leaves and stems are edible. The saag tastes best with a little bit of kasundi. 

Thankuni 

Commonly known as purslane, Thankuni is a succulent plant with edible leaves and stems. Young leaves are also eaten raw or can be used as garnish.

Kumbhi 

While primarily known for its bitter fruit, Kumbhi's leaves are also edible. These trees are mostly found and grown in the humid climate of Jharkhand near pond sources. 

Jhim 

It is a staple green in many tribal diets. It's highly nutritious and serves as a a gluten-free alternative to wheat.