Mendoncia gilgiana
(Lindau) Benoist
Acanthaceae Edible: Leaves
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Description
A tropical vine of the Acanthaceae family with edible leaves.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Central Africa, Congo,
Synonyms
Afromendoncia gilgiana LindauMonachochlamys gilgiana (Lindau) S. Moore
References (2)
- Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 51 (As Afromendoncia gilgiana)
- Martin, F.W. & Ruberte, R.M., 1979, Edible Leaves of the Tropics. Antillian College Press, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. p 171 (As Afromendoncia gilgiana)
