Talinum crispatulum
Family: Talinaceae
What it is like
A herb. It lies along the ground. It is an annual plant and can keep growing for a few years. It grows 40 cm high. The leaves have wavy edges.
There are about 50 Talinum species. They grow in warm places. Also put in the family Portulacaceae.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in dry sandy soils. It grows between 850-1,550 m above sea level. It grows in areas with an annual rainfall between 50-700 mm. It can grow in arid places.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Botswana, East Africa, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Southern Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe
How it is used for food
The leaves and stems are eaten raw. They are also used in savoury preparations. They are also boiled.
Edible parts
Leaves, stems, vegetable
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Chisseladana, Xlabe, Xlare