Erucastrum abyssinicum

Description

A herb in the cabbage family (Brassicaceae) found in tropical regions. The leaves and stems are the edible parts.

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Edible Uses

The leaves and stems are eaten cooked.

Traditional Uses

The leaves and stems are eaten cooked.

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Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya,

Also Known As

Bushkin, Gomen-zer, Zero

References (6)

• Addis, G., et al, 2005, Ethnobotanical Study of Edible Wild Plants in Some Selected Districts of Ethiopia. Human Ecology, Vol. 33, No. 1, pp. 83-118
• Asfaw, Z., Conservation and use of traditional vegetables in Ethiopia. FAO
• Asfaw, Z. and Tadesse, M., 2001, Prospects for Sustainable Use and Development of Wild Food Plants in Ethiopia. Economic Botany, Vol. 55, No. 1, pp. 47-62
• Grivetti, L. E., 1980, Agricultural development: present and potential role of edible wild plants. Part 2: Sub-Saharan Africa, Report to the Department of State Agency for International Development. p 44
• Lulekal, E., et al, 2011, Wild edible plants in Ethiopia: a review on their potential to combat food insecurity. Afrika Focus - Vol. 24, No 2. pp 71-121

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