Huernia sp.
Family: Apocynaceae
What it is like
It is a stick like plant without leaves. It grows 10-25 cm high. It can be cultivated on stone walls dividing fields.
Also put in the family Asclepiadaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It is drought tolerant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia
How it is used for food
It is cooked and eaten.
Edible parts
How it is grown
It is grown by cuttings.
Its other names
Local names
Baqibaqa