Ormocarpum sp.
Kilimbulumbu
Fabaceae Edible: Leaves
Description
A small tropical tree in the Fabaceae family with compound leaves composed of leaflets arranged along the stalk.
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Edible Uses
The leaflets are stripped off and cooked.
Traditional Uses
The leaflets are stripped off and cooked.
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Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, East Africa, Malawi, Tanzania,
Notes
There are 20 Ormocarpum species.
References (4)
- Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 92
- Lyimo, M., et al, 2003, Identification and nutrient composition of indigenous vegetables of Tanzania. Plant Foods for Human Nutrition. 58: 85-92
- Schatz, G.E., 2001, Generic Tree Flora of Madagascar. Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew and Missouri Botanical Garden. p 200 (Genus)
- Williamson, J., 2005, Useful Plants of Malawi. 3rd. Edition. Mdadzi Book Trust. p 180
