Argyreia bracteata

Family: Convolvulaceae

What it is like

A twining shrub. The leaves are alternate. The leaves are broad and heart shaped. They are 8-13 cm long by 4-6 cm wide. The flowers are funnel shaped. They are red or pink. The fruit is a juicy berry. It is yellow and contains 4-5 seeds.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in sandy soil and twines over trees. In southern India it grows between 400-750 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, India

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Argyreia kleiniana (Roem. & Schult.) Raizada; Ipomoea kleiniana Roem. & Schult.;