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Thunbergia bogoroensis

De Wild

Acanthaceae Edible: Leaves

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Meise Botanic Garden

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Meise Botanic Garden

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Meise Botanic Garden

Description

A tropical vine of the Acanthaceae family with edible leaves.

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Distribution

A tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Africa, Central Africa, Congo,

References (2)

  • Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 106
  • Martin, F.W. & Ruberte, R.M., 1979, Edible Leaves of the Tropics. Antillian College Press, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. p 172

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