Pentopetia grevei
Family: Apocynaceae
What it is like
A creeping shrub. It has a tuberous root. The bark is reddish and smooth. The flowers are yellow and star-shaped.
Also put in the family Asclepiadaceae.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Madagascar
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Roots
How it is grown
Plants can be grown by seeds.
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Cryptolepis grevei Baill.; Gonocrypta grevei (Baill.) Constantin & Gallaud; Kompitsia elastica Constantin & Gallaud;