Monolluma solenophora

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, Saudi Arabia, Yemen

How it is used for food

The young stem is eaten fresh. It is slightly bitter.

Edible parts

Stem

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Khusmaa, Uruz

Synonyms

Caralluma solenophora Lavranos; Ceropegia solenophora (Lavranos) Bruyns; Cylindrilluma solenophora (Lavranos) Plowes;