What is the English name for Taal makhana?
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Over 90% of the world's commercial Fox Nut production comes from Bihar, India, but the regional name 'taal makhana' can actually refer to two entirely different plants. This creates a common point of confusion for those searching for the correct English name for Taal makhana, as the name can translate to either 'fox nut' (*Euryale ferox*) or 'marsh barbel' (*Asteracantha longifolia*), each with distinct uses.
