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Desmodium frutescens

Family: Fabaceae


What it is like

A herb.

There are about 350 Desmodium species. They are mostly in the tropics.


Where it is found

A tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Guyana, Madagascar, South America


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Stem, leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Avoho, Avokopapango

Synonyms