Rafnia acuminata
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A spreading shrub. It grows 50 cm high and 2 m wide. The leaves are oblong or heart shaped and can embrace the stem.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. In South Africa it grows between 50-1250 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, South Africa, Southern Africa
How it is used for food
The leaves are used for tea. The roots are used for flavouring. They are a sweetener.
Edible parts
Roots - drink, leaves - tea
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Soethoutbossie, Veldtee
Synonyms
Vascoa acuminata E. Mey.;