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What is rataru in gujarati?

The species Dioscorea alata L. is known by the common name Ratāru in Maithili.

Dioscorea alata L.

Also known as purple yam, Dioscorea alata L. is a tuberous root vegetable of the yam family native to Southeast Asia. The tubers are formed in bright colours and are use as food flavouring and in a variety of desserts, pastries, etc.

In Gujarati, Rataru (Dioscorea alata L.) is known by Goradu or Ratalu.

To find out what Rataru is called in English, click here.

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