Vigna marginata
(E. Mey.) Benth. ex Harv.
FabaceaeLeaves
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What to Eat
Edible parts: Leaves
The leaves are eaten.
Where to Find It
A tropical plant.
Pantropical,
How to Identify
A tropical herbaceous bean in the Fabaceae family, with edible leaves.
Notes
There are about 150 Vigna species. They are mostly in the tropics. The name is ambiguous.
References (2)
- Martin, F.W. & Ruberte, R.M., 1979, Edible Leaves of the Tropics. Antillian College Press, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. p 201
- Terra, G.J.A., 1973, Tropical Vegetables. Communication 54e Royal Tropical Institute, Amsterdam, p 80
