Bullockia pseudosetiflora

Family: Rubiaceae

What it is like

A shrub. It grows 1-3 m tall. The leaves are narrowly oval and wedge shaped at the base. They are 1-3 cm long by 0.5-1.5 cm wide. They have short hairs. The flowers are yellow to green. The fruit is 9 mm long and has 2 seeds.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows between 750-1,750 m altitude. It often grows amongst rocks near rivers.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda

How it is used for food

The boiled root extract is added to milk as a tonic.

Edible parts

Root extract, fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Mayeta, Meddale, Timir lojir

Synonyms

Canthium pseudosetiflorum Bridson;