Raphionacme arabica
Family: Apocynaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows 20 cm tall. The tuber is 2-6 cm across and 3-10 cm tall.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Middle East, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Yemen
How it is used for food
The tubers are highly prized in Oman.
Edible parts
Tubers, root
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Estah