Local Name : Mukombelo |
Scientific Name : Mondia Whytei |
Habit : Climber |
Uses : It cures stomachaches; it is an appetizer, energizer and rejuvenator. Leaves are used as fodder for domestic animals |
Morphology : It has green, oval leaves and produces milk like sap when plugged. Flowers are white in colour with brown seeds |
Life Cycle : It takes three years to grow maturely and can stay to over seven years. |
Habitat : Moist stream bank, bushes and shrub berries; Dense forest and near cultivated land |
Distribution : Forest, cultiaved by communities |
Estimated Population : >5000 |
Average Altitude : 5000-6000 ft |
Part Used : Roots and leaves |
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