Gongura leaves
These tart, tangy leaves are an inherent part of Telugu cuisine and culture.
Maharashtra State
Loquat
Loquat trees are laden with bright orange fruit just as winter starts to recede.
Mulberry
Also known as King’s Berries, mulberries are delicate, tart summer staples.
Apricot
This soft, sweet stone fruit is an important marker of the region of Ladakh.
Hog Plum
This sweet-and-sour fruit can be enjoyed raw, cooked, or pickled.
Gular
Commonly found growing in clusters along the road, these fruits are abundant but often neglected.
Alibaug white onion
This mildly pungent onion is grown in the coastal soils of Maharashtra’s Raigad district.
Mahua
The sweet edible flowers of the Mahua tree are highly valued among the Adivasi communities of central India.
Cashew
A tropical crop valued for its edible seed and fruit, cashew is widely used across cuisines in India.