Cyphostemma oleraceum

Family: Vitaceae

What it is like

A herb that lies along the ground. The leaves are simple. They are thick and fleshy. They are broadly oval and 22 cm long by 24 cm wide. The flowers are green with reddish tips.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, South Africa (country/location of origin) Southern Africa

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Cissus oleraceus Bolus;