Brachystelma tuberosum

Family: Apocynaceae

What it is like

A herb. It grows 15 cm tall. The tubers are flattened and 4-5 cm across. There are one or more stems. The leaves are spreading and 4-5 cm long by 5-15 cm wide. The flowers are dark brown.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Namibia, South Africa, Southern Africa

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Tubers, roots

How it is grown

It can be grown from seed or cuttings.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Brachystelma caudatum (Thunb.) N. E. Br.; Stapelia tuberosa Meerburgh;