Matelea rivularis
Family: Apocynaceae
What it is like
A vine.
Also put in the family Asclepiadaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Amazon, Andes, Ecuador, South America
How it is used for food
The leaves are cooked and eaten.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Towano, Tsemtsem