Ipomoea kituiensis

Family: Convolvulaceae

What it is like

A twining shrub. It has tuberous roots. The stems can be 6 m long. They are hairy and have prominent leaf scars. The leaves are oval or kidney shaped and 4-15 cm long by 3-16 cm wide.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Plant

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Rivea kituiensis Hallier f.;