Dissotis brazzae
Cogn.
Melastomataceae Edible: Fruit, Leaves
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Description
A tropical herb or shrub in the Melastomataceae family found in tropical regions.
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Edible Uses
Both the fruit and leaves are edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Central Africa, Congo R,
Synonyms
Dissotis tanganyikae Kraenxl.
References (1)
- Moutsambote, J., 1996, Vegetation forestiere et plantes alimentaires de la region de la Sangha. Chp. 11 of Bien Manger et Bien Vivre. ORSTOM p 119
