Vitex congolensis
Family: Lamiaceae
What it is like
A small tree. It grows 2 m tall.
Also put in the family Verbenaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, Congo DR
How it is used for food
The leaves are cooked and used as a tea substitute.
Edible parts
Leaves - tea
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Ebite