Costus dewevrei
Family: Costaceae
What it is like
A tall herb. It grows 2-3 m high.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Central Africa, Congo DR
How it is used for food
The sap of the stem is especially sucked by children.
Edible parts
Stem sap
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Ilenge-lya-bakabo