Monolluma quadrangula
Family: Apocynaceae
What it is like
A herb.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Middle East, Oman, Yemen
How it is used for food
The young stems are eaten fresh. They are slightly bitter.
Edible parts
Stem
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Dhaba, Dhagohom, Hwimadhah, Mequrezh, Mulaauzah, Qamat-adhabia, Uruz
Synonyms
Desmidorchis quadrangula (Forssk.) M. G. Gilbert & J. Raynal; Stapelia quadrangula Forssk.;