Pectinaria articulata
Family: Apocynaceae
What it is like
A succulent herb. It is a thick plant without leaves. The stems are 1-15 cm long and 12-25 mm thick.
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 plant is pickled and eaten.
Edible parts
Plant, stem
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Ceropegia articulata (Aiton) Bruyns; Stapelia articulata Aiton;