Lightfootia abyssinica
Family: Campanulaceae
What it is like
A herb. The leaves are alternate and narrowly sword shaped. They are 8 cm long. The flowers are pinkish white or purple. The fruit is a capsule about 2 cm long.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Malawi
How it is used for food
The swollen finger sized roots are eaten by children.
Edible parts
Root