The area under Chinese kale in 1994 (with emphasis on diamond back moth control) are much needed. This type needs a longer period of low temperature for bulbing, and the production is, therefore, very much limited under local conditions. Thai eggplants usually vary in shape, size, and color but this vegetable is usually circular and small, with a bright green exterior. They can be eaten raw, blanched, stir fried, you name it! Figure 29. promote further consumption as a vegetable. Proper crop Originating in China, lychees are some of the most popular fruit in Southeast Asia. The major North (20 799 rai) and West (14 451 rai). Germplasm probably because of land pressure in peri-urban areas as planting areas near the cities are being The fruits are round and very dark green. The round heads are compact, with thick leaves and are of bright greengrey colour. but aiming at their essential oil content rather than selection for their quality as a vegetable. Be wary of the large pit in the centre before chowing down. 145 498 rai with a production of 305 938 tons and the Northeast which has only a limited area of Malabar nightshade is a very productive leaf vegetable, suitable for both home and market gardens The production areas are confined to irrigated land where transportation to collection points can be made within two hours after harvesting. M ajor vegetables in thailand. It is expected to be widely accepted emphasize its potential as a health Download free Thai language materials There are no tree in rural agriculture. in production from year to year. Germplasm collections of watermelons are 117 996 rai in 1998. 108 065 rai to 127 807 rai with a production It is also used in Thai mixed vegetable soups called ‘kaeng liang’. 200–500 pods/year. popular, is often planted as Cultivars with resistance to important diseases and pests should be given priority when selecting for production. this cultivar has a long type cucumber. Thailand exports large quantities of canned tomatoes and seems to be limited. formally carried out. Recommended It has a long shelf-life; the first harvest is 30 days after sowing. Prachuabkhirikan, Kanchanaburi and Nakhonpathom. Native to the Indian subcontinent, cardamom […] Chicken, Thai Chicken and Cashew Stir-fry. statistical data on production. production are Lamphun, Maehongson, Tak, Lampang, Chiang Mai and Sisaket. forms are sometimes described as markets from where they are distributed The group is represented by local selections known as Prik Yuak, Prik Nhum and several others. It is considered to be the most important vegetable crop in Thailand. Central plain, and the predominant provinces The leaves are thick, green and oblong. Young fruits are consumed as a vegetable Each region has its own cultivars. The leaf is light green, ruffled and fluted. The major Popular names of this group are Jinda, Yodsoen, Huarea and Huaysithon. swell when placed in liquid. cultivars would be preferable, but no Figure 18. Most of them are hybrid seeds. The seeds No breeding work is being carried Japan uses an abundance of root vegetables, leafy greens, and many others in its cuisine. Breeding work is mostly carried by It is necessary to explore the possibilities of exploiting newer plant species of cultivated crops to Research should aim for cultivation in agro-forestry systems, as a component in the No production figures are percent. mainly maintained by seed companies. Fresh seeds, young or ripe maintain purity of any cultivar for a long seeds at a high density, which will help plants to grow without support. suitability to the tropics. Visitors can also get fresh, stir-fried bamboo shoots at a number of different restaurants which are sauteed to a palatable texture. Figure 28. selected vegetables in thailand. However high you stick up your nose, local people cannot get enough of this fruit. b) Jackpot 039 (Chia Tai, F1) - this cultivar is vigorous, disease and insect tolerant, and a prolific the flower colour. No in lowland areas. The following is a selection of ten Japanese vegetables … It is found seasonally with an average weight of 160 gr. The leaves are narrow, pointed, with a thick-long petiole. increasing interest in fresh asparagus locally rather than the processed product. in local markets. These are: The potential to genetically improve pak choi using the variation in presently available cultivars stem cuttings. Unlike many of the other fruits and vegetables on our list, the longan’s exterior is mundane, at best. resistant field corn is used such as Rangsit 1 and Suwan 2. Station, KU Research and No The species will remain a commercially minor vegetable in Thailand, unless Only natural stands are available as germplasm. The total extent for all types of Leaves can The three major cultivar groups of chillies grown in the country are: Anthracnose is a major disease that affects the ripe fruit and reduces marketability. The provinces the north (164 232 tons) and the northeast (13 858 tons) in 1998. Agriculture and local seed companies. collections are made by villagers with Once peeled, the fruit reveals a white, sweet interior, that is the fruit equivalent of rich and creamy dessert. The fruit length reaches 5–10 cm. or to mark boundaries. Selection for narrow leaves and thick stems is a common objective. This list would not be complete without the addition of Thai chilies. Bamboo shoots are a seasonal delicacy, typically used in delicious curries. Three commercial species of basils are Harvesting continues for 1 year. Figure 24. humidity, and shipped to wholesale The total area under lettuce in 1994 was 20 640 rai and decreased by 23.09 percent in 1998, Five-ridged cultivars are the most acceptable Okra will remain an important export commodity as a fresh or frozen vegetable. The principal regions that cultivate table tomato are the West the consumer demand for the small type. They brought with them the spicy cooking of their native Yunan province, as well as its dietary staple, rice. The species is distinguished by the size This pulp is the edible part, and its consistence and flavour are indescribable. provinces that have large-scale planted areas are Nakhonsawan, Lamphun, Nakhonratchasima, The U.S. imports bamboo shoots from Thailand, as well as China and Taiwan. It is cultivated in every part of the country, with a major concentration A (1 686-6 390 IU). This attractive purple fruit is oftentimes called ‘the queen of fruits’ and for good reason. Local okra landraces are at a great risk of genetic erosion because growers have This cultivar is a native to China. gardeners in all regions of the country. There is no flower’ and ‘white flower’ forms. The pods are medium-long, and the texture is very firm. The wild and cultivated It is most notable for its appearance in Thailand’s famous green curry dish, but is also used in … promote pak choi production and consumption. differences may be mainly in market is Japan. The commercial The most important producing regions potential. suited to the tropical monsoon season. focus on the development of spineless cultivars. price. leaf size and colour. The fruits are a common product in young shoots of coccinia are regularly There are no germplasm collections in Thailand. imported. Sometimes it is offered production of 31 763 tons. Some cultivars grown in Thailand have been bred in the country and some others have been Agriculture. dark green leaves Hyacinth bean is usually grown in Northern Thailand in home gardens, often seen climbing on cultivar is vigorous, high yielding, widely However, the major areas of cultivation Rose apples are only mildly sweet, and they are bursting with both moisture and crunchiness. Super Sweet (OP) and G. Baby 1127 (F1). No distinct cultivars Kangkong is also known as water convonvulus, The fruit of spiny gourd is usually Since the mid-20th century, the total land area covered by forests has declined from more than half to less than one-third. Large germplasm collections of corn are Research Forest clearing for agriculture … Research should focus on the improvement of cultivation methods and cultivar selection. type. More research vegetable. Longans can be peeled by hand and are incredibly cheap to buy by the bag. It is an important condiment Pak choi is grown mainly from open-pollinated cultivars. The provinces of baby corn production are Kanchanaburi, Nakhonpathom, Ratchaburi, Nakhonsawan soups. lacking. There was a decrease in the area under white-flower form is more common in It is suitable for any tropical climate and is both heat and disease tolerant. Germplasm collections are maintained by the National Gene Bank, or scientific studies on the rai with a production of 16 153 tons of the long type. Whether you want to cook Thai, Laotian, Vietnamese, Cambodian or Filipino food, all you have to do is grow your own! Figure 19. Ubonratchathani, and It is Winter melon (actually in season spring-summer) has a mild taste that absorbs the flavour of this deeply aromatic broth. to retail markets in small Fruit size is 4 × 16 cm. interesting vegetable due to its high Vitamin A content. Torvum eggplant : local market. Recommended cultivars/hybrids are: Cabbage will remain an important crop and production is expected to increase in the future. variability of A. lebbeck has been described, Leading production regions were Some indigenous species of under-utilized vegetables in Thailand are Bangkok, Nonthaburi, Suphanburi and If you liked this lesson, go next to the second part of Thai words for vegetables. The recommended cultivation method for the market should be by sowing Suitable packing of leaf lettuce may be in opentopped Delicious vegetarian Thai recipes featuring fresh mango, herbs and vegetables! are currently being applied. time. At the cultivar is best suited to the end of the monsoon or the beginning of the cool season. green, highly frilled, crisp, and suitable for decoration or for salads. It often seems to be in short conditions. Suratthani. selection has been reported. In addition to being delicious, you can chow down on this guilt-free, as it is filled with vitamins, nutrients, and is very low in calories. and the North (1 106 rai), within a This cultivar is a native to Sisaket province. The three forms of P. speciosa in Thailand have been named as follows: ‘sator kaw’ which is the most popular one; the seeds are small and have a strong odour data on production is not available. The crop is mainly raised from for yardlong bean production are Nakhonpathom, and flowers are the main products. Young Nakhonsawan has the largest production on variability of the cultivated form. producer with an area of 37 294 rai and a production of 52 470 tons of the mini type; and 8 135 Bean Sprouts are sprouted Mung beans, a type of bean which is native to Asia. planted areas have increased from Research should focus on cultural practices for the cooler areas and a breeding program which It is most notable for its appearance in Thailand’s famous green curry dish, but is also used in cooking throughout the region. available to traditional areas. with potential for reducing diabetes. We are at Riccarton Sunday Market Every Sunday 9am to 2pm Contact us 021-1529900 , 021-1518385 27.8 percent increase in 1998. It is heat and disease tolerant and is widely grown at present. The demand and grown as a living fence. California 309, California 500 and Mary Washington. least 500 species are of indigenous vegetation and primitive cultivars (Siemonsma and Clonal selection could be carried out for virus eradication and for large-headed cultivars with early hybrids to increased productivity and uniform quality produce has been remarkable. If you’re looking to ease yourself into it, start with durian ice cream or smoothies and dip your taste buds into a world of acquired taste. the plant is widely adapted with robust growth. mostly for yield, earliness, pungency, flavour and colour. Germplasm collections are known to The development of integrated pest management this is also a small-headed cultivar; maturity is about 90–120 days after planting. a uniform hybrid, highly heat-tolerant, flat-globe head shaped with an average head weight of 1.5–2.0 kg. It is estimated that about 1 000 plant species have been used as food in Southeast Asia. Página 10, Fresh young shoots are served with fried roll-noodles, or as a typical hot and sour chopped meat Nonthaburi and Pathumthani. The fruit is incredibly refreshing, with a light, white inside spotted with crispy black seeds. Vegetables play a prominent role in not only salads and side dishes, but soups, main courses, and even desserts. flesh, and good flavour. I've spent a few days compiling this massive list of vegetables, herbs and fruits, and have detailed their flavors, uses and growing instructions so that you can put that pad Thai takeout to shame. types is conducted at the Lopburi Experimental make an excellent, succulent, slightly The fruit set is on the lateral and main stems. The fruit size is rather small, 2–3.5 cm long. the chillies of this group are characterized by a dark green type of hot pepper fruits highly adaptable to hot and humid areas. market as an indigenous medicine. Phak kat hongte ผักกาดฮ่องเต้ Bok choy: Used mainly in Thai-Chinese soups and stir-fries, this vegetable is known under several names in Thailand. food vegetable and as a medicinal plant. Common garlic or the smallheaded It is a popular root found in many Southeast Asian dishes, and it oftentimes takes the place of ginger entirely. The sweet pomelo is combined with chilis, lime, and peanuts, creating a burst of differing, interesting flavors in every bite. during the last five-year period is mild in flavour. another upland type, with dark green leaves and stems, popularly known as the bamboo-leafed type. but no distinguished cultivated types The National Gene Bank, agricultural universities and seed companies have their own germplasm about 15 163 rai under garlic with a production of 21 694 tons. The local landrace found commonly in markets is a ‘purple management, use of disease-free seed and prevention of its spread from affected plants by spot supply, and prices increase sharply in the first harvest is 35 days after sowing. The important provinces for garlic climatic reasons and availability of irrigation The elongated fruit-type is a There is no statistical data of production data is available. However, leaves and germplasm collections in Thailand. adaptable and tolerant to diseases. The crop matures in 55–60 days after transplanting. mostly in lowland provinces such as the application of improved cultural practices. improvement work has been attempted. year onwards, individual tree yields of Thai eggplants usually vary in shape, size, and color but this vegetable is usually circular and small, with a bright green exterior. consumed as a fried, blanched or to 1998. Its popularity is due to the high yield and straight uniform fruit. Coccinia : retailing bundle, pack, Bird bitter gourd (Momordica charantia L.). Eaten in soups, curries, stir-fries and also raw. in a meat soup of the northeastern style of cooking. popularity. Most asparagus cultivars are being introduced by private companies. French beans,cauliflower,cabbage,beetroot,carrot were also foreign imports. Small-scale production is in Central The main areas of production are and Nakhonratchasima. May 7, 2013 - Native Thai Fruits, Vegetables And Edible Flowers - Find useful information about the usage of edible flowers in Thai food. Introduction of effective methods of integrated pest management it is the old type of Chinese kale. ‘sator kaw’; ‘sator tae’, which is not really suitable for consumption because of the very hard seeds. The recommended villagers. cultivars are mainly the processing types such as VF-134, Roma-VF, Lima-VF, Peto 4165 home gardens. Germplasm collections No in markets year round. large variability within the species Garlic : provincial market (NE). 26 342 rai in the West and 7 095 rai in the South. artichoke; aubergine (eggplant); asparagus fried. 21 130 rai in the North, 15 894 rai in ‘Hoary (white) Basil’ is also mild in flavour with a particular fragrance. Young shoots May. At local vegetable markets in Thailand, the fruits of the plant are commonly offered Chilli : green, bird pepper (white & red fruits). bearer with large pods which are light green in colour. Individual tree yields vary from Native to Malaysia, this ... To release the aromatic oils, bruise the stalks and then remove them before serving. the chillies of this group are yellow-green, waxy and mild flavored. It is good for the fresh market as well Pak choi is Seeda-Pakchong and also the selected Figure 25. this cultivar is easy to grow as it is well adapted to local conditions. Zuek : young shoots, at local market. for appropriate field maintenance of stems and crowns in relation to quality improvement of Distinction of The young shoots and young inflorescences are bundled and sold in markets as a Commercial cultivation is in Phitsanulok and it is also grown in home gardens nationwide. The sweet corn and its hybrids small-fruited types such as Seeda, Red chilis are certainly the most popular, but visitors will also find both yellow and green chilies making appearances in many dishes. main producers of chilli. cucumber was 170 184 rai with a Floating kangkong is mainly grown in Nonthaburi and Bangkok, whereas upland kangkong is fruits are oblong, dragon-striped, with a thin tough rind and good shipping quality; the flesh is red and crispy. spraying can minimize losses. cultivars. with a rather sweet taste; ‘sator dan’, with larger and harder seeds which have a stronger odour and taste than areas are mostly in the West (44 411 rai) and the Northeast (2 367 rai). The thin but strong rind makes it durable for shipping. uses as a vegetable, seed oil, gum, hedge tree, ornamental and medicinal plant, and its easy spears. by home gardeners in every region. hyacinth bean. farmer-saved seed. No statistical where it is grown are Pathumthani. supply. this is a large-headed type; maturity is about 150 days after planting. It is a nutritive vegetable due to its high Ca and Vitamin A content. That being said, its insides are bursting with sweet, white flesh. this cultivar has dark green pods with a purple tip. Bean sprouts are commonly eaten in many Asian countries, and Thailand is no exception. sweet and can be eaten, but this is rarely done. (8 118 rai), the North (8 032 rai) and Thai vegetables provide lots of options for veggie fans, especially vegetarians and vegans, to enjoy savory Thai recipes. No breeding work has been undertaken. leaves. problems of high seed cost and downy mildew susceptibility in other types, the downy mildew For sources, see individual pages. are used in desserts and are included in slimming diets because the leaves Before leaving for Thailand, I was lucky to receive a precious book, “Eating on the Wild Side,” by Jo Robinson. Figure 22. Figure 13. Often overlooked, Japanese vegetables are every bit as important to Japanese food culture as seafood and meat. Ongoing breeding programs are fertile alluvial soil is not available. No production data is available. be obtained from commercial nurseries The cultivars include Maejo No.1 (DOA) and Super 094 (Chia Tai F1). The plant has a large stem, long internodes and smooth pointed leaves. In the irrigated areas farmers can grow 3–4 crops a year, taking encourage its wider use and cultivation. They are widely adapted cultivars that can be grown under a wide range of conditions. Between the years 1994–1998 there was an increase in the planted area of table tomato by 18.1 Some species are moving closer to human habitats and being cultivated in are maintained by Kasetsart Vegetatively propagated germplasm is maintained by the Department of Agriculture. There are no standard cultivars of chilli Germplasm collections are maintained in fruit orchards is practiced. pod’ cultivar. 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