Cogniauxia podolaena
Family: Cucurbitaceae
What it is like
A pumpkin family plant. It can be climbing and 6 m long and can form clumps. The leaves have 5 distinct lobes. The flowers are large and yellow. The fruit are 15 cm long and pale green with darker green lines. The seeds are black and flattened.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Angola, Cameroon, Central Africa, Congo DR, Congo R, Gabon
How it is used for food
The young leaves are cooked and eaten.
Edible parts
Leaves, seeds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Kisakamba