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Erucastrum abyssinicum

Family: Brassicaceae


What it is like

A herb in the cabbage family.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya


How it is used for food

The leaves and stems are eaten cooked.

Edible parts

Leaves, stems


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Bushkin, Gomen-zer, Zero

Synonyms