Rhodesian pimpernel
Tricliceras longipedunculatum var. eratense

Family: Passifloraceae

What it is like

A herb. It grows 15-45 cm high. The leaves are simple and narrow. They are 10 cm long. The flowers are bright orange-red. They are in groups on long stalks. They open about 10.00 am and close before sundown. The fruit are long narrow pods.

Also put in the family Turneraceae.

Where it is found

A tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Cameroon, Central Africa, Congo, East Africa, Malawi, West Africa

How it is used for food

The leaves are occasionally cooked. They are touch so are pounded and cooked.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Katambala, Nakatambala

Synonyms

Wormskioldia longipedunculata Mast.;