African heartvine

Cynanchum insipidum

leaf · fruit · vegetable

Young leaves and young fruits, raw or cooked; the fruits taste nutty and slightly peppery.

Origin

Southern and East Africa

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The young fruits are picked tender and eaten raw, or cooked for a few minutes; the leaves too.

Molecules

Beta-carotene (vitamin A) · Lutein and zeaxanthinIn small amounts, not counted Vegetable nitrates · Chlorophyll

Did you know?

The young fruits keep for three weeks before hardening.