helloplants.org

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

Synonyms