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
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