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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


How it is grown


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