Ipomoea consimilis
Schulze-Menz
Convolvulaceae Edible: Root, Tuber
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Description
A creeping herb in the Convolvulaceae family found in tropical regions.
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Edible Uses
The roots and tubers are edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Mozambique,
Notes
An unresolved name in The Plant List.
Also Known As
Murugia, Sarasugi
References (1)
- Bruschi, P., et al, 2014, Traditional use of plants in a rural community of Mozambique and possible links with Miombo degradation and harvesting sustainability. Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine. 2014, 10:59
