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Mussaenda villosa
Family: Rubiaceae
What it is like
A shrub. The leaves are compound. The flowers have orange petals and the bracts are white.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It can be found in scrub and swamps.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indochina, Indonesia, Malaysia, SE Asia, Thailand
How it is used for food
Young leaves are eaten with rice. They are also used in salads.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Adap-adap, Bale ada, Balek adap, Daun puteri, Tawng hu pe tap