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