Momordica spinosa
Family: Cucurbitaceae
What it is like
A herb. It is a pumpkin family plant. It is a climber. The young stems are soft. It has a tuberous rootstock. Male and female flowers are on separate plants.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in shrubland between 330-1,020 m above sea level. It can grow in arid places.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Madahabok