Rubia discolor

Family: Rubiaceae

What it is like

A herb that lies along the ground. It keeps growing from year to year. The branches are 4 sided. The leaves are oval to heart shaped and have a coating underneath.

Probably edible. The root is used against cancer.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia

How it is used for food

Edible parts

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Inchibir, Sankka, Schankoeh, Schenenn

Synonyms

Rubia cordifolia var. discolor (Turcz.) K. Schum.;