Hildebrandtia africana
Family: Convolvulaceae
What it is like
A low shrub. It grows 1 m tall. The stems are much branched. The leaves can occur singly or in groups on small shoots. They are oval and 10-25 mm long by 3-12 mm wide. The tips are rounded.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean plant. It grows between 80-1,850 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Middle East, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Yemen
How it is used for food
The leaves are nibbled by herders.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Etebin