Pseuderanthemum ludovicianum
Family: Acanthaceae
What it is like
A scrambling herb or shrub. It grows 2-4 m high. The flowers are white, pale blue or purplish. They have a spotted tube 3.3 cm long.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in undergrowth of evergreen and deciduous forests in West Africa. It is often along streams.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Angola, Cameroon, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, Congo, East Africa, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Nigeria, West Africa
How it is used for food
The leaves are cooked as a vegetable.
Edible parts
Leaves