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Kwete
Nesaea sp.

Family: Lythraceae


What it is like

A herb. It grows 20 cm tall.

There are about 50 Nesaea species.


Where it is found

A tropical plant. It grows in damp places.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Malawi


How it is used for food

The leaves are occasionally cooked and eaten and are slimy.

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

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