What is rataru in hindi?
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 Hindi, Rataru (Dioscorea alata L.) is known by Chupri aalu, Chupri alu, Khamalu, Rataaloo, or Ratalu.
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