Landolphia eminiana
Family: Apocynaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It lies along the ground. Young branches have rusty hairs. The leaves are oblong and rounded at the base. They are 10 cm long by 3 cm wide. Young leaves are hairy on both sides. They are shiny green above and dull underneath. The flowers are in groups at the end of branches.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows near Lake Victoria at about 700 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Mozambique, Zambia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit