Crossostemma laurifolium
Family: Passifloraceae
What it is like
A climber or shrub. The leaves are alternate and narrowly oval. They are 7-11 cm long by 3-5 cm wide. The base is wedge shaped and it tapers to the tip. It has white flowers. They are bisexual and in groups. The fruit are yellow or orange. They are oval and 8 cm long.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in closed forest or secondary bush.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Ghana, Guinea, Guinée, Sierra Leone, West Africa
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Seeds, fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Adakaba, Atuna, Bindi