Brachystelma keniense
Family: Apocynaceae
What it is like
A climbing herb. It grows 5-8 cm tall. It has tubers 6-8 cm across. The flowers are white with yellowish green tips.
Also put in the family Asclepiadaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Central Africa, East Africa, Kenya
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Tuber, root
How it is grown
It can be grown from tubers or bulbs. It can also be grown by seeds.