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Crossandra mucronata

Family: Acanthaceae


What it is like

A herb or small shrub. It grows 30 cm tall.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya, South Africa, Southern Africa


How it is used for food

The unripe fruit are eaten.

Edible parts

Fruit, flower


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Hiwak, Nkitadalet

Synonyms