Caldesia reniformis
Family: Alismataceae
What it is like
A herb that grows in water. The leaves float on the water. The flower stem sticks up above the water.
There are 4 Caldesia species.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in swamps and shallow water.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Asia, Australia, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, China, East Africa, Myanmar, Nigeria, SE Asia, Sierra Leone, West Africa, Zambia
How it is used for food
The succulent stems and leaves are cooked and eaten.
Edible parts
Leaf stalk
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Vipiwi