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Pseudomussaenda stenocarpa

(Hiern.) E. M. A. Petit

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Description

A tropical vine in the Rubiaceae family with opposite leaves.

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Edible Uses

The leaves are eaten.

Distribution

A tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Africa, Cameroon, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, Congo DR, Gabon,

Synonyms

Mussaenda stenocarpa Hiern.

References (2)

  • Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 96
  • Martin, F.W. & Ruberte, R.M., 1979, Edible Leaves of the Tropics. Antillian College Press, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. p 217

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