Select Taluka
Phaltan – Taluka Information
Villages Covered
Sakhare, Rajale, Nimbalak, Taradgaon
Workshops Conducted
Dryland farming edible plant awareness session.
Significant Wild Edible Plants
Kardai, Shevga, Ghol, Kalamb
Informents
Sunita Pawar, Suresh Bodake
Taluka Features
Semi-arid region with drought-resistant flora.
Habitat
Dry plains and scattered scrub vegetation.
Climate
Hot and dry region with low rainfall.
Additional Information
Known for pomegranate and grapes cultivation.
Plants Found in Phaltan Taluka
Remusatia vivipara
Rukhala
रुखाळू
Family
Araceae
Type
Tuberous herb
Found In
Shady and moist forest regions
Edible Part
Tender leaves
Medicinal Uses
Used to reduce heat and inflammation.
IUCN Status
Not Evaluated
Not Evaluated
Cassia tora
Takla
टकळा
Family
Fabaceae
Type
Herbaceous annual plant
Found In
Fields and open grassy areas
Edible Part
Tender leaves
Medicinal Uses
Used to treat skin infections and improve digestion.
IUCN Status
Least Concern
Least Concern
Amaranthus viridis
Rajgira / Green Amaranth
राजगिरा भाजी
Family
Amaranthaceae
Type
Leafy herb
Found In
Cultivated and wild open fields
Edible Part
Tender leaves and stems
Medicinal Uses
Improves digestion and strengthens immunity.
IUCN Status
Common
Common