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Ipomoea tenuirostris

Family: Convolvulaceae


What it is like

A creeping herb. The stems are slender. They can be 3 m long. The leaves are oblong and 3-12 cm long by 1-7 cm wide. They are heart shaped at the base. The flowers are pale mauve. There are 2-5 flowers in a group.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia


How it is used for food

The young leaves are cooked and eaten.

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Ra

Synonyms