Siphocampylus affinis

Family: Campanulaceae

What it is like

A plant that grows 1-3 m tall. The leaves are near the tips of the branches. The leaves are oval and 2.5-5 cm long by 1-3 cm wide. The flowers are 3.5 cm long and pale yellow.

Where it is found

It is a subtropical and tropical plant. It grows in moist mountain forests. In the Andes it grows between 1,500-3,500 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Colombia, Ecuador (country/location of origin), India, Northeastern India, South America

How it is used for food

The leaves are cooked and eaten as a vegetable.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Nimante

Synonyms

Lobelia affinis Mirb.; and others