Cynanchum vanlessenii
(Lavranos) Goyder
Apocynaceae Edible: Flower
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Description
A Mediterranean shrub in the Apocynaceae family that produces mildly sweet flowers suitable for eating fresh.
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Edible Uses
The flowers are eaten fresh and are mildly sweet.
Traditional Uses
The flower is eaten fresh. It is mildly sweet.
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Distribution
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Where It Grows
Middle East, Yemen,
Synonyms
Sarcostemma vanlessenii Lavranos
Also Known As
Qalab
References (1)
- Al-Fatimi, M. A., Wild Edible Plants Traditionally Collected and Used in Southern Yemen. Research Square. University of Aden. p 18
