Polygala exelliana
Family: Polygalaceae
What it is like
A herb or small shrub. It grows 2.5 m tall. It keeps growing from year to year. The leaves are narrowly oval and 3-7 cm long. They are hairy. The flowers are red or purple. They are in congested groups at the ends of branches. These are 4-5 cm long.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in mountain grassland and near streams. It grows up to 1,640 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Congo DR, East Africa, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Root
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Kanamwililwa