Ground bean, Hausa groundnut, Kersting's groundnut
Macrotyloma geocarpum var. tisserantii
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A herb. The stems are 5-8 cm long and form roots at the node.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in dry savannah. It has been recorded at 280 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Benin, Central Africa, Central African Republic, Congo, Guinea-Bissau, Senegal, West Africa
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Seeds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Kerstingiella tisserantii Pelleg.;