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Kawshyi
Tapinanthus globiferus

Family: Loranthaceae


What it is like

A woody plant that grows attached to other plants.

The leaves contain trypsin inhibitors. This means proteins may not be properly digested.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in woodland.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Burkina Faso, Guinea, Guinée, Guinea-Bissau, Niger, West Africa


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Kawshyi

Synonyms

Loranthus globiferus A. Rich.;