Hypselodelphys scandens
Family: Marantaceae
What it is like
A herb. It has an underground stem or rhizome. The leaves are 50-60 cm long by 15-20 cm wide.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in forests.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Central Africa, Congo DR
How it is used for food
The leaves are used to wrap food for cooking to add flavour.
Edible parts
Leaves - flavouring
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Kasekonga
Synonyms
Trachyphrynium scandens Louis & Mullenders;