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Thunbergia capensis

Family: Acanthaceae


What it is like

A scrambling vine. It grows 40 cm long. The leaves are opposite and almost round. The leaves are 15-33 mm long by 14-38 mm wide. The flowers occur as 1 or 2 in the axils of leaves. They are greenish yellow.


Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean climate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, South Africa (country/location of origin), Southern Africa


How it is used for food

The leaves are used as a flavouring and preservative.

Edible parts

Leaves flavouring


How it is grown


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