Sericocomopsis hildebrandtii
Family: Amaranthaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It grows 30 cm to 1.8 m tall. The young branches are hairy. The leaves are broadly spoon shaped. They are 2-4.5 cm long by 1-2.7 cm wide. The flowering shoots are 2-15 cm long by 1.4-2.5 cm wide. There are 2-12 flowers.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It suits seasonally dry areas.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves