Lycianthes

Lycianthes laevis

leaf · vegetable

Leaves raw or steamed as a vegetable; the sweet fruits are eaten too.

Origin

From India to Indonesia

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The leaves are washed and eaten raw or cooked for a few minutes; the fruits are eaten fully ripe.

Molecules

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

Did you know?

Its seeds are a traditional remedy for toothache.