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Microloma calycinum

Family: Apocynaceae


What it is like

A climbing herb. It grows 1 m tall. It is densely branched and has spines. The stems are 1-2 mm across. The leaves are narrow and 6-18 mm long by 2-4 mm wide. There are 3-10 flowers in a cluster.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, South Africa, Southern Africa


How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten as a snack.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


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