Narrow-leaved pondweed
Lophiocarpus tenuissimus

Family: Lophiocarpaceae

What it is like

A herb. It is slightly swollen towards the base. It grows 30 cm tall. The leaves can occur singly on in groups. The flowers are near the top. The flowers are in groups or 3 and are yellowish-green.

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 leaves are eaten as a vegetable.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Fonteingras

Synonyms

Microtea tenuissima N. E. Br.;