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Momordica friesiorum

Family: Cucurbitaceae


What it is like

A pumpkin family herb. It has a tuberous root. The stems can be climbing to 4 m or more. The leaves are compound and have 3-5 leaflets. The average leaflet is 3-13 cm long by 1-5 cm wide. The fruit are 2-6 cm long.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Kenya


How it is used for food

Edible parts

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