Ammannia involucrata

Family: Lythraceae

What it is like

A slender herb that grows each year from seed. It grows 20 cm tall. The upper stems are 4 angled. The leaves are 5-20 mm long by 5-10 mm wide. They are arranged in a cross shape. The flowers are pink or red.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in damp places near streams.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Central Africa, East Africa, South Africa, Southern Africa, Tanzania, West Africa

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves, vegetable

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Kidevu cha mbuzi

Synonyms

Nesaea cordata Hiern;