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Ipomoea oenotheroides

Family: Convolvulaceae


What it is like

A creeping herb.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, South Africa, Southern Africa


How it is used for food

The roots are eaten as a snack and a vegetable.

Edible parts

Roots, tubers


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Convolvulus oenotheroides L.f.; Ipomoea argyreoides Choisy; Ipomoea barrettii Rendle; Turbina oenotheroides (L.f.) A. Meeuse;