Dracaena thalioides
Jacob-Makoy ex Regel
Asparagaceae Edible: Leaves
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Description
A tropical herb or shrub in the Asparagaceae family with edible leaves, found in Nigerian forests at elevations between 750-1,060 meters.
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Distribution
A tropical plant. In Nigeria it has been recorded at 750 and 1,060 m above sea level. It grows in forest.
Where It Grows
Africa, Australia, Central Africa, Congo, Nigeria, West Africa,
Notes
There are about 40-60 species of Dracaena. Also put in the family Dracaenaceae.
References (4)
- Gartenflora 20:147. 1871
- Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 76
- Martin, F.W. & Ruberte, R.M., 1979, Edible Leaves of the Tropics. Antillian College Press, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. p 202
- Terra, G.J.A., 1973, Tropical Vegetables. Communication 54e Royal Tropical Institute, Amsterdam, p 45
