Dissotis hensii
Family: Melastomataceae
What it is like
A small shrub. The leaves are opposite and narrowly oval. They are 6 cm long by 2.5 cm wide. The flowers are on the ends of the stems.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Cameroon, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, Congo DR
How it is used for food
The young leaves are cooked as a leafy vegetable. The ripe fruit are eaten.
Edible parts
Leaves, fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Itele, Nono