Adenia globosa
ADENIA GLOOSA (Mpaga)
Passifloraceae | Cactus
Passifloraceae
Passifloraceae is a family of flowering plants, containing about 750 species classified in around 27 genera.
Native To:
East Africa
Plant Status:
Secure
Plant Habit:
Shrub, bulb-like stem
Plant Habitat:
Dry woodlands, Deciduous Bushlands
Cultural Uses
In traditional African medicine, this plant is often used as a remedy for abdominal pains & itching. The Maasai people use the bulb-like stem as medicine for their cows. It is also sometimes grown for ornamental reasons.
Interesting Fact
Thorns are modified stems, spines are modified leaves, and prickles are modified bark.