Corchorus pseudo-olitorius
Family: Malvaceae
What it is like
A herb. It is an annual plant. It grows up to 1.8 m high.
It is originally a hybrid between C. olitorius and C. trilocularis.These have also been in the Tiliaceae.
Where it is found
It grows in sandy soils. It can grow in arid places.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Kenya, Pakistan, Somalia, Tanzania
How it is used for food
The plant is cooked in hot water to form a slimy relish.
Edible parts
Gum, leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Pombo mlanzi, Vombo