Suran or Jimikand, a kind of yam that grows underground as a tuber and is a powerhouse of nourishment, is considered a part of the mandatory Lakshmi Puja feast on Diwali in some parts of India. It has long been a staple of traditional Indian cuisine. Jimikand or Suran, which is most popular in Bangladesh, Bihar, and West Bengal, is prescribed by three main medicinal systems: Unani, Siddha, and Ayurveda.
