Pueraria phaseoloides var. javanica
(Benth.) Baker
Fabaceae Edible: Root, Leaves, Seeds
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Description
A robust climbing plant of the bean family (Fabaceae) found in tropical regions.
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Edible Uses
The roots, leaves, and seeds are eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Central Africa, Congo DR,
Synonyms
Neustanthus javanicus Benth.Neustanthus sericans Miq.Pachyrhizus mollis Hassk.Pueraria javanica (Benth.) Benth.
Also Known As
Ekelakas
References (2)
- Koni, J. M. & Bostein, K., 2008, Noms et usages des plantes utiles chez les Nsong, DR Congo. University of Gothenburg. Department of Oriental and African Languages. p 37 (As Pueraria javanica)
- Latham, P & Mbuta, A., 2017, Useful Plants of Central Province, Democratic Republic of Congo. Volume 2. Salvation Army p 124
