Singhara:

Singhara , scientifically known as Trapa natans, belongs to the Trapaceae family. It thrives in shallow waters, particularly in marshes, ponds, and slow-moving streams. The plant's most distinctive feature is its fruit, resembling a chestnut in appearance but growing underwater. Water Chestnut, Chinese Chestnut or Singhara , that goes with the botanical name Eleocharis dulcis is an aquatic vegetable, that grows in marshlands, under water and is a staple in the kitchens from Northern part of India. In this blog, we will explore everything there is to know about Singhara , the benefits of Singhara , and even how to include Singhara in your daily diet to gain maximum nutrition. Sometimes called Singhara nut in India, the floating leaves are about 5 to 8 cm long and have hairy petioles 10 to 15 cm in length. The fruit is about 2 cm in diameter. Fresh water chestnuts are available year-round in Asian markets, either packaged or in bins.