Barleria longissima
Lindau
Acanthaceae Edible: Flowers, Nectar
Description
A shrub in the Acanthaceae family found in tropical regions.
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Edible Uses
The flowers and nectar are edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia,
Notes
It is an at risk species.
Also Known As
Bichbichat
References (2)
- Addis, G., Asfaw, Z & Woldu, Z., 2013, Ethnobotany of Wild and Semi-wild Edible Plants of Konso Ethnic Community, South Ethiopia. Ethnobotany Research and Applications. 11:121-141
- 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
