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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;