Ampelocissus schimperiana
Family: Vitaceae
What it is like
A climbing herb. It grows from a fattened woody rootstock. The stems are white with red hairs that fall off.
There are about 95 Ampelocissus species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in woodland and forests near rivers. It grows between 900-1,900 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia, Sudan
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Omok
Synonyms
Vitis schimperiana Hochst. ex A. Rich;