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Corchorus pseudocapsularis

Schweinf.

Malvaceae Edible: Leaves

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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Description

A herb. It grows each year from seed. It grows 60 cm tall. The flowers are bright yellow.

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Edible Uses

The leaves are eaten as a potherb.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Africa, East Africa, Tanzania,

Also Known As

Kaala, Kimulkwi, Mlenda

References (1)

  • Ruffo, C. K., Birnie, A. & Tengnas, B., 2002, Edible Wild Plants of Tanzania. RELMA p 230

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