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Solanum tomentosum

Family: Solanaceae


What it is like

A shrub. It grows 1 m tall. It is prickly.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, South Africa, Southern Africa


How it is used for food

The roots are used as a flavouring and to curdle milk.

Edible parts

Roots - flavouring


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Solanum coccineum Jacq.; and others