Ruellia patula
Family: Acanthaceae
What it is like
A herb or shrub. It is slightly woody. The leaf stalks are 1.2 cm long. The leaves are oval and the edges are wavy. They are 2.5 cm long by 1.5 cm wide. The flowers are white. They are funnel shaped.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Asia, Botswana, Burkina Faso, East Africa, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Kenya, Myanmar, SE Asia, Somalia, South Africa, Southern Africa, Swaziland
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Boboyta, Nagaar