Penianthus longifolius
Family: Menispermaceae
What it is like
A small shrub. It grows 1 m high.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, Congo DR, Nigeria, West Africa
How it is used for food
The pulp of the fruit is eaten raw. The roots are chewed raw as a stimulant.
Edible parts
Fruit, roots
How it is grown
In Central African Republic plants have been recorded flowering in December and February and fruiting in April.
Its other names
Local names
Kosombo, Lokumbo