Ipomoea vagans
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Description
An annual herb of the Convolvulaceae family native to tropical regions where it grows in temporary pools.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten.
Medicinal Uses
The plant is galactagogue.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows in temporary pools.
Where It Grows
Africa, Benin, Burkina Faso, Guinea, Guinée, Guinea-Bissau, West Africa,
Cultivation
Requires a sunny position.
Synonyms
Ipomoea sulphurea Hochst. & Choisy
Also Known As
Tirde
References (2)
- Achigan-Dako, E, et al (Eds), 2009, Catalogue of Traditional Vegetables in Benin. International Foundation for Science.
- Dansi, A., et al, 2008, Traditional leafy vegetables and their use in the Benin Republic. Genet Resour Crop Evol (2008) 55:1239–1256
