Philoxerus vermicularis
Family: Amaranthaceae
What it is like
A succulent herb. It lies along the ground. The stems are creeping and red. They form roots at the nodes. The leaves are narrow and fleshy and 5 cm long. The flowers are cylinder shaped and 2 cm long. The flowers are silvery white and in clusters.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows along the coast.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Gambia, Senegal, West Africa
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves ?
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Keme, Singindo