Vigna schimperi
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A herb. It is a climber that keeps growing from year to year. It grows 2 m high.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in dry areas. It grows between 1,350-2,800 m above sea level. It can grow in arid places.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Central Africa, Congo, East Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda
How it is used for food
The leaves are eaten as a green vegetable. The root tubers are eaten as a vegetable. They are also eaten raw.
Edible parts
Leaves, vegetable, roots
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Ki-thugio