Lusangusangu
Cymbopogon densiflorus
Family: Poaceae
What it is like
A tufted grass. It grows 1.8 m tall. The leaves are rounded at the base. The leaves are 30 cm long and 2.5 cm wide. The flower panicle is dense and 15-20 cm long by 10 cm wide.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Angola, Central Africa, Congo DR, Gabon, Malawi, Zimbabwe
How it is used for food
The flower heads are used to flavour tea or coffee and as a condiment with meat.
It is sold in local markets.
Edible parts
Flowers - flavouring
How it is grown
It can be grown from seed or cuttings of the base.
Its other names
Local names
Kyangu, Lusangusangu, Luzango