Lantana viburnoides
Family: Verbenaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It can be scrambling and can grow to 5 m high. The small branches have thorns. The leaves are opposite. The flowers are white.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows on the edge of the rainforest. It suits humid locations.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Angola, Botswana, Central Africa, East Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, North Africa, South Africa, Southern Africa
How it is used for food
The ripe fruit are eaten.
Edible parts
Fruit, leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Geedxamar, Qarqando, Selaole
Synonyms
Lantana salvifolia sensu Dalziel;