Cultivating shatavar scientifically

摘要

The roots of shatavar borne in a compact bunch are fleshy, spindle-shaped and marketed in pieces 5-15 cm in length and 2 cm in thickness. These are silvery white or light ash-colored externally and white internally, more or less smooth when fresh, developing longitudinal wrinkles when dry. They lack a well-marked odour, but are sweet to bitter in taste.