Pouzolzia

Pouzolzia guineensis

leaf · vegetable

Lance-shaped leaves of a herb one to two metres tall, from Senegal to Tanzania, cooked as a vegetable in DR Congo.

Origin

From Senegal to Angola and Tanzania

Where to find it

Along woodland edges, in fallow land and along streams.

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The leaves and young shoots are rinsed and cooked for a few minutes, boiled, steamed or in a sauce; they are eaten cooked.

Molecules

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

Did you know?

It is a cousin of the nettle, without its stinging hairs.