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Vigna unguiculata subsp. stenophylla

Family: Fabaceae


What it is like

A herb. It lies along the ground and can keep growing from year to year.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows between 800-1,500 m above sea level. It can grow in arid places.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Botswana, East Africa, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Southern Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Nyembagomo

Synonyms

Vigna angustifolia Verdc.; Vigna stenophylla (Harv.) Burtt Davy (non Harms); Vigna triloba Walp. var. stenophylla Harv.;