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Rafnia amplexicaulis

Family: Fabaceae


What it is like

A shrub.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

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 as a flavouring and sweetener.

Edible parts

Roots - drink, leaves - tea


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Soethoutbossie, Veldtee

Synonyms

Crotalaria amplexicaulis L.;