Dissotis decumbens
(P. Beauv.) Triana
Melastomataceae Edible: Leaves
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Description
A creeping herb in the Melastomataceae family, found in tropical and subtropical Africa where around 100 Dissotis species occur.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, Congo DR, Congo R, Nigeria, Tanzania,
Notes
There are about 100 Dissotis species. They occur in tropical and subtropical Africa.
References (3)
- Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 75
- Martin, F.W. & Ruberte, R.M., 1979, Edible Leaves of the Tropics. Antillian College Press, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. p 205
- Nkeoua, G. & Boundzanga, G. C., 1999, Donnees sur les produits forestieres non ligneux en Republique du Congo. FAO. p 25
