Alepidea amatymbica
Family: Apiaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows 2 m tall. It has many thick side roots. The stems have grooves. The leaves at the base are oblong and 25 cm long by 9 cm wide. The leaves on the stem get smaller up the stem. The leaves have teeth around the edge.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, South Africa, Southern Africa
How it is used for food
The roots are used as food flavouring and a preservative.
Edible parts
Roots - flavouring