Urera repens
Family: Urticaceae
What it is like
A creeping herb. The stems are thin and woody. There are spines on the stems.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Central Africa, Congo DR
How it is used for food
The leaves are cooked with banana or cassava and eaten as a vegetable. The leaves are pounded and boiled.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Ola, Nzaru, Zaru
Synonyms
Laportea repens Wedd.; Urticastrum repens (Wedd.) Kuntze;