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Cissus x pseudocaesia

Gilg et Brandt

Vitaceae Edible: Leaves

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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

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Description

A tropical vine in the grape family found in Central and West Africa, with edible leaves.

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Traditional Uses

Africa, Central Africa, Congo, Sierra Leone, West Africa,

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Distribution

A tropical plant.

Production

There are about 200-350 Cissus species. There are about 75 species in tropical America.

References (2)

  • Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 67
  • Martin, F.W. & Ruberte, R.M., 1979, Edible Leaves of the Tropics. Antillian College Press, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. p 224

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